Sugar Excess Case Study

Sugar addiction is a problem that has been in our society for many years. In today's world this type of addiction is being composed into drinks. Sugary drinks are found everywhere from local stores, to in home refrigerators. Sodas, juices, and energy drinks, all fall under unhealthy remedies to thirst. Sugar addiction can only restrain us from accomplishing healthy goals in life. Sugary drinks can lead to harming one's body. Over the past few years, many cities and states have considered taxing sodas and other sugary beverages. Sugary drinks must be tax due to its unhealthy components and addiction.

After reading the article “The Toxic Truth about Sugar” my thinking and reactions are identical to the description of the results in the article. Keeping the overall view of sugar and its danger to human health and mankind, I consider the authors are completely realistic and fair about ways of controlling and limiting the amount of sugar which processed-food industry adds to its products.

Tobacco, alcohol and poor diet are the main risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, and respiratory disease that kills approximately 35 million per year. Out of the three risk factors, an inadequate diet was found to the culprit of more diseases than smoking and liquor consumption combined. In Aseem Malhorta’s (2014) article “Sugar is now enemy number one in the western diet”, he claims that added sugar should be regulated as it is a health hazard that has caused the increasing prevalence of diabetes and obesity. Malhorta only focuses on sugar being the main causative agent in causing negative health outcomes, he fails to address the fact that there are many other confounding factors associated with each disease

1. Jen Christensen’s article “New U.S. Dietary Guidelines Limit Sugar, Rethink Cholesterol” is about the 2015 recommended food guidelines set by the U.S.

The American diet is based mostly in processed food which contains enormous amount of sugar. The excessive consumption of sugar can cause diseases such as obesity, heart diseases, alzheimer, liver diseases, diabetes and others. One of the problems with the consumption of sugar is that people get sick progressively without the knowledge that it is caused by sugar. In addition, sugar is an addictive food and life without it is almost impossible. As a result, processed foods are cheaper than healthy food. It is hard to avoid processed food when Americans do not have time to cook because of their life style. Americans need to know the way to change their diet and improve their lifestyles. Americans sometimes forget about the amount of sugar that a soda or flavored drink contains. These drinks are tasty, but it will not satisfy thirst. Sugar is equally dangerous and has the same health effects than smoke cigarettes. Consume sugar in excessive amounts per day have a significant effect in Americans ' daily life. Americans should be aware of the diseases caused by their eating habits, therefore; they should be more conscious of what they eat and change their diet.

Defining a sugar-addiction is not different than identifying an addiction to other substances. Addiction to substances similar to heroin, cocaine, alcohol, and cigarettes are defined by a pattern within a twelve month period. Three out of seven symptoms: increased tolerance, withdrawal symptoms, using the substance more than intended, an inability to control the use of the substance, expending effort to obtain the substance, replacing important activities with the use of the substance, and continuing to use the substance despite its negative consequences could indicate an addiction of the substance (Tufts University 4). Sugar-addiction is a complex issue, when it comes to sugar, since it is a substance that is in countless foods that are eaten.

Bombs of sugar are hurled at you, the pins of grenades of artificial preservatives have been pulled, bugs of all sort have surrounded you, no matter where you look these are all in the health killer called candy. For instance candy upholds too much sugar; according to my calculations and the nutrition facts from the Twix official packaging one “minis” Twix bar is 1.79 ounces yet about 10% (or 5 grams) of the bar is pure sugar aside from the artificial ingredients in the rest of the bar. For some people eating all that sugar from the chocolate, caramel, and cookie just overloads their mouth. In spite of eating sugar, once you eat at least six Twix bars the sugar adds up to drinking a pop of soda.

Alan Levinovitz builds his argument that the dangers of sugar consumption may be overstated, and that there is a need to reconsider the best way to deal with the issue of sugar consumption in the U.S by using examples and facts. He also uses logical reasoning to develop his ideas and connect his claims to his evidence. Lastly, he uses persuasive techniques, which are particular words that appeal to his’ readers emotions to give power to the ideas put forth. With these tactics, the author will attempt to persuade the audience.

Once ingested, sugar causes blood glucose levels to frequently spike and drop. When blood sugar is unstable, it can lead to headaches, fatigue, and mood swings. Low blood sugar triggers the release of hormones such as adrenaline, epinephrine, and cortisol, inducing stress. Furthermore, sugar elicits the release of dopamine, causing it to be somewhat of an addictive substance. Adrenaline and epinephrine are chemicals which allow the sinoatrial node to fire more frequently, preparing the body for intense physical activity. Sugar absorption therefore engenders irregular firing of the sinoatrial node, even when the body is not preparing for physical activity. A normal resting heart rate ranges between 60-100 bpm, but can vary still depending on many factors, including levels of activity and athleticism. Active heart rate is even more variable, greatly depending on exercise intensity. Generally speaking, however, a healthy target range is below 220 bpm.

The average person should eat sugar, because “that simple energy source provided my body with what it needed to regulate my cortisol levels, help me get some sleep, and have more energy” Konie included this personal story to show and connect with the Audience on a personal level to show how sugar may be beneficial to the body rather than destructive if consumed in a healthy manner and at a controlled amount.

When most people think about sugar, their first thoughts are not: heart disease, addiction, or slow and painful death; yet, unfortunately, these conditions are very real consequences of the unregulated and excessive consumption of sugar. In Nature’s article, “The Toxic Truth About Sugar” (2012), Robert Lustig, pediatric endocrinologist; Laura Schmidt, Professor of Health Policy at UCSF; and Claire Brindis, Professor of Pediatrics and Health Policy at UCSF, evaluate the world’s ever-increasing and toxic struggle with the substance sugar – also discussing counter measures to promote healthier diets amongst American’s and other societies. Lustig and his colleagues develop their argument using statistical evidence as they address the global impact of sugar, refuting minor oppositions, before dissecting each harmful aspect of the substance – even comparing it to substances more known for their toxicity. Eventually, presenting readers with possible routes of regulation, the authors firmly suggest government intervention in the production and sale of sugary foods. Although the argument is well executed, I remain unconvinced that government intervention is actually necessary.

Situation: You want to live a healthy lifestyle but you can’t get through the day without sugar in your diet. Even your subconscious mind craves for sugar even if you try to avoid it.

People of all ages have historically had a passionate relationship with sugar. Desserts traditionally cap off meals at gatherings and celebrations. Beginning at a young age, children develop a love of candy and sweet treats. The two often become associated with reward and pleasure, both mentally and chemically. Because of this, Americans cannot help but crave this substance that surrounds their everyday lives. However, the process the body goes through to break down the material can lead to several preventable diseases if excessive amounts are taken in. Furthermore, emotions, good or bad, fuel this compulsive consumption and make it nearly impossible for some people to remove their hands from the cookie jar. The availability of sugar has led to a rise in consumption, brains to go haywire attempting to deal with the overload, and the number of

What does the world supply of sugar look like from the point of view of the U.S. market?

Sugar is a form of carbohydrate consume by body that transforms into glucose to provide energy in our diet. Sugar occurs naturally in every food that consumes such as fruits and dairy products but in few cases sugar is added artificially to increase sweetness on food like cupcakes, biscuits, juices etc. Rather than providing sweetness, sugar is also essential to maintain boiling and freezing point of foods and add color and flavor to non – sweet foods. This paper will argue on should the government regulate sugar as like tobacco and alcohol. Different researchers argued on pros and cons of consumption of sugar in our body. Many believed too much sugar consumption results to health disorder but some believed that people should rather focus on their proper balance diet.