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How to know if you have a Dangerous Addiction to Sugar

As the obesity epidemic continues to claim new victims around the globe, it is in America that the problem has reached crisis proportions. About one-third of U.S. citizens are officially obese, while two-thirds are merely overweight. There are many culprits and usual suspects in the new war on the waistband, but none can compare with sugar.

High in calories and easily digested, the average American consumes a mind-boggling 150 pounds of sugar each year. That’s 263,250 empty calories per annum. It’s no wonder the U.S. obesity rate has tripled since 1980!

Are you an addict?

It may not be as serious as alcohol or drug addiction, but sugar is easily the most abused substance in the United States. And according to some experts, it’s even more addictive than illicit drugs like cocaine. How do you know if you have a dangerous habit that can cause obesity and chronic conditions like Type II Diabetes?

One sure-fire sign that you suffer from a sugar addiction is that you binge on sugary foods in times of trouble or emotional stress. Yes, sugar can be used as a coping tool, just like booze for alcoholics or illicit drugs for drug addicts.

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Dr. Charles Goldsmith Dr. Charles Goldsmith started his career as an OB/GYN over 30 years ago. He ran a successful practice but noticed his clients consistently requesting assistance with weight loss. After countless hours of research and studying the numerous aspects of weight loss, Dr. Goldsmith determined that weight loss is very complex and needed to be supervised by a physician.

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