The Sugar Seduction (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781953535597)

Sugar's seduction begins at birth and continues throughout adulthood, especially with the aid of fast and convenient food choices. In The Sugar Seduction, Pediatrician and Wellness Coach Dr. Trina Wiggins helps readers make healthy dining decisions before eating out. Do you know how much sugar you are consuming with your favorite meals? Have you considered the American Heart Association's recommendation on how much sugar you should consume in one day? Sugar is sweet, but it is one of the most toxic ingredients you can put into your body. Too much added sugar can increase your risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, kidney disease, and cancer and lead to a host of other medical issues, including weakened immunity, liver disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and even depression. Now that you know the potential damage sugar can cause, why not arm yourself with the knowledge to minimize your sugar intake?

The Sugar Seduction is your healthy eating companion. In this easy reference guide, learn the best and worst food choices at some of the most common restaurants in the United States. Get simple tips to decrease your family's sugar intake and make healthy eating and lifestyle decisions.