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May 30 2025HEALTH

School Snacks: The Hidden Sugar Problem

In California, schools are serving snacks that are packed with sugar. This is a huge issue because it contributes to serious health problems in kids. These health problems were once only seen in adults. Now, children are facing issues like fatty liver disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes. These conditions can lead to heart disease, stroke, and even a shorter li...

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Sep 08 2024HEALTH

Sugar Sneaky! Unmasking the Hidden Sweetness in Your Food

We all know sugar isn't great for us, but did you know it's hiding in places you'd least expect? It's not just in candy and soda, it's sneaking into sauces, dips, spreads, even salad dressings and protein bars! How can we possibly avoid it? The answer, according to Dr. Donald Hensrud, director of the Mayo Clinic Healthy Living Program, lies in becoming a label detec...

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