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Sugar's Dominance Fuels America's Health Crisis

5/12/2025

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Sugar, once a prized commodity from the Arab world, now infiltrates over 60% of American food products, fueling a health crisis of diabetes and obesity. Experts warn of its potential to spark behavioral addiction, often exacerbated by emotional stress. To combat this sweet menace, strategies like cognitive-behavioral therapy and sugar taxes are gaining traction.

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Sugar, once a prized commodity from the Arab world, now infiltrates over 60% of American food products, fueling a health crisis of diabetes and obesity. Experts warn of its potential to spark behavioral addiction, often exacerbated by emotional stress. To combat this sweet menace, strategies like cognitive-behavioral therapy and sugar taxes are gaining traction.