Why is sugar a problem? (Science – explain metabolic syndrome)
Explain the difference between glucose, fructose, and sucrose. How does the body deal with glucose? How does the body deal with fructose?
Example from personal life demonstrating the fact that sugar is everywhere
How did sugar become omnipresent? (History of sugar in processed foods)
Example from personal life demonstrating your weakness for sugar
Explain how fructose can influence appetite – Ghrelin and Leptin relationship; How insulin can disrupt this balance.
Why is “white food” (white bread & white rice) bad for you?
Describe your sugar challenge
How much sugar did you consume in the past?
How much sugar have you eliminated from your regular diet?
How did you deal with your cravings for sugar?
How did you feel in terms of your energy levels, sleep, mood, etc.?
Did you see any other changes that you wish to report?
What did you learn from this journey that you will continue to implement beyond this semester?
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