Sugar Addiction

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Sugar is an addictive drug. It is a poison and has no place in the diet of a human being.

1. Sugar is the number one addiction in society today — it is as addictive as cocaine and heroin.

2. Sugar impacts the brain in the same manner as alcohol and hard drugs like cocaine.

3. It is a major cause of depression, mood swings, anxiety disorders, OCD, hyperactivity and/or attention deficit, mania, and most mental health disorders

4. Sugar weakens your immune system

5. It impairs cognitive functioning and memory

6. Causes obesity or unwanted weight gain

7. Is the leading cause of type 2 diabetes and insulin resistance.

8. Sugar, not fat, is the primary factor in the development of heart disease, high cholesterol and high blood pressure

9.  Creates nutritional deficiencies

10. Impairs the nervous system

11. Is a leading cause of insomnia and sleep disturbances

12. Can cause gallstones, kidney stones and appendicitis

13. Disrupts the friendly flora in the gastrointestinal tract

14. Is a major cause of acne

15. It results in a fatty liver, which leads to poor liver functioning and even end-stage liver disease

16. Makes the body too acidic

17. Triggers outbursts of anger, aggression and even violence

18. Leads to hypoglycemia

19. Destroys the endocrine system and deletes the adrenal glands

20. Sugar disrupts neurotransmitter functioning

21. Leads to cancer — cancer cells love sugar

22. Impairs the colon

23. Can cause blood clots

24. Disrupts the gastrointestinal tract and results in numerous GI disorders like indigestion, heart burn etc.

25. Triggers asthma attacks

26. A frequent cause of headaches and migraines

27. Plays a significant part in eating disorders

28. Sugar puts excessive stress on the bodie’s organs and systems

29. Throws hormones out of balance

30. Impairs concentration and problem solving abilities

31. Makes you irritable, edgy, jittery

32. Can be a root factor in Crohn’s, irritable bowel, colitis, hemorrhoids and other bowel disorders

33. Contributes to intestinal permeability, also known as leaky gut

34. Disrupts the metabolic system, cardiovascular system, nervous system, gastrointestinal system and immune system

35. Is one of the major causes of Candida over-growth

36. Sugar is a root instigator and perpetuator of compulsive overeating and food addiction

37. Disrupts spiritual health and feelings of well-being

38. A frequent cause of arthritis and joint pain

39. Can trigger autoimmune diseases like MS, rheumatoid, etc.

40. A root cause of inflammation

41. Impairs your ability to handle stress

42. Disturbs peace of mind and interferes with meaning and purpose in life

43. Sugar addiction is the gateway drug that leads to addiction to alcohol and harder drugs

44. Contributes to osteoporosis

45. Damages the kidneys and pancreas

46. May result in premature aging

47. Is a primary cause of Gout

48. Impairs digestion

49. Can weaken eyesight

50. It leads to tooth decay and periodontal disease

The negative effects of sugar on both mind, body and sprit are so profound, that by making this one single change of cutting sugar from your diet there can be powerful and immediate improvements in physical, emotional and spiritual health.