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In our show today, we're going to talk about a substance that many of you have a love-hate relationship with.

In fact, you might wake up thinking about it, wondering when you're going to get

your next fix. If you don't have any in your house, you might even find yourself driving to the nearest

gas station or grocery store to replenish the supply. What is this addictive substance that

Americans consume a half pound of every single day?

All right, listeners, if you guessed sugar, you got it right.

And if you do wake up thinking about sugar, fall asleep thinking about sugar,

I just want you to know you're not alone.

Dr. Robert Lustig, he's a pediatric doctor,

and he wrote the truth about sugar. He states that sugar is as harmful and addictive as substances

like cocaine or tobacco. He says that trying to give up a sugar addiction by using sheer willpower, it's similar to trying to not drink

a glass of water when you're extremely thirsty. My co-host and I today will dive into the science

and the biochemistry of why sugar is so addictive. We're going to also, of course, give you solutions

how you can break free,

finally once and for all, of your sugar addiction. So I will briefly introduce myself.

My name is Kara Carper. I'm a licensed nutritionist, certified nutrition specialist.

I have a master's in holistic health. Very pleased to be here today with Melanie Beasley.

Mel is a registered and licensed dietitian. She sees clients at the local Egan office. And like our

other dieticians, she does virtual appointments via Zoom. And she teaches glasses. She's a busy gal.

Great to see you, Mel. I think the world is

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