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The Sirens of the Drive-Thru: America’s Fast Food Odyssey
Back in ancient Greece, sailors were said to be lured off course by the Sirens’ song, an enchanting melody so irresistible that men would throw themselves into the sea just to get closer. Fast forward to modern-day America. Our sirens … Continue reading
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Tagged American culture, diabetes prevention, diet, fast food, health, healthy eating, heart health, Morgan Spurlock, mythology, nutrition, obesity, Super Size Me
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Sweet Deception? Unpacking Coca-Cola’s Switch from HFCS to Cane Sugar
There’s been a noticeable buzz in the media recently about Coca-Cola’s decision to sweeten some of its drinks with cane sugar instead of high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS). For many health-conscious consumers, this move feels like a positive step, a return … Continue reading
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Tagged cane sugar, Coca-Cola, Coke, diet, empty calories, fructose, glucose, health, HFCS, high fructose corn syrup, hype, nutrition, obesity, soft drink, sucrose
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