How Fructose Turns ON Your “Fat Switch”

From mercola.com: 'If you have ever struggled losing weight and keeping it off, you already know what a challenge that can be. Dr. Richard Johnson, chief of the Division of Renal Diseases and Hypertension at the University of Colorado has published hundreds of articles and two books on this topic: The Sugar Fix, and most recently, The Fat Switch, which presents a groundbreaking approach to preventing and reversing obesity. 


According to Dr. Johnson, based on his decades of research:

“Those of us who are obese eat more because of a faulty “switch” and exercise less because of a low energy state. If you can learn how to control the specific “switch” located in the powerhouse of each of your cells – the mitochondria – you hold the key to fighting obesity.” 


There are five basic truths that Dr. Johnson explains in detail in his new book that overturn current concepts:

1.Large portions of food and too little exercise are NOT solely responsible for why you are gaining weight 

2.Metabolic Syndrome is A NORMAL CONDITION that animals undergo to store fat 

3.Uric acid is increased by specific foods and CAUSALLY CONTRIBUTES to obesity and insulin resistance 

4.Fructose-containing sugars cause obesity not by calories but by turning on the fat switch 

 5.Effective treatment of obesity requires turning off your fat switch and improving the function of your cells’ mitochondria.'

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15 Superfoods For a Slimmer Body: Their Health Advisories and Facts on Weight Loss

 

'Nature provides all you need to slim down and achieve that healthy body you've always wanted. Not only are these superfoods proven pound melters, but they are also key ingredients to your well being. No need for fad diets or special supplements--eating these foods will help you restore your body's ability to use energy and become your healthy weight naturally. 

 In no specific order, here are 15 superfoods that are a "must have" 
on your grocery list, not only for weight loss, but for the advancement of your long-term health:'




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The Difference in How Fructose and Glucose Affect Your Body

'My regular readers know that I consider agave to be a BIG enemy to health and beauty- which is very high in fructose (up to 97% fructose). It truly irks me that sly marketing makes the general public think agave is a “healthy” sweetener, and that it continues to be used in “health” products purported to be better than regular baked or other goods, as well as in many restaurants.

 It is not.

There is a myth that exists that fructose is a “healthy” sugar while glucose is bad stuff. In fact, in recent years, there has been a rise in sweeteners that contain this “healthy” sugar, such as the dreaded agave nectar. I sincerely hope that this information (please help spread it!) makes more people aware of the differences in sugar types, and makes more people know to avoid agave at all costs.'

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There is no single cause of (or treatment for) obesity

'One of the most hotly debated subjects over the past few years has
been the cause of the obesity epidemic, and along with that, the best
strategy for weight loss.





Some folks (Atkins, Taubes, Eades, etc.) believe that carbohydrates
are to blame. Others (Ornish, Campbell, Esselstyn, Fuhrman, etc.)
believe that fat is the problem. More recently, researchers like Seth Roberts and Stephan Guyenet and clinicians like Dr. Sharma
have raised awareness of another hypothesis, called the food reward
theory, which holds that the consumption of highly palatable foods leads
to overeating and weight gain. And Paul Jaminet and others have argued
that micronutrient deficiencies, toxins and infections may play a significant role in the obesity epidemic.




Here’s what I think: the most accurate answer to “why do people get
fat?” and “what’s the most effective weight loss strategy?” is: “it depends.” '



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5 Reasons High Fructose Corn Syrup Will Kill You

 by Dr. Mark Hyman


'The current media debate about the benefits (or lack of harm) of high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) in our diet misses the obvious. The average American increased their consumption of HFCS (mostly from sugar sweetened drinks and processed food) from zero to over 60 pounds per person per year. During that time period, obesity rates have more than tripled and diabetes incidence has increased more than seven fold. Not perhaps the only cause, but a fact that cannot be ignored.

Doubt and confusion are the currency of deception, and they sow the seeds of complacency. These are used skillfully through massive print and television advertising campaigns by the Corn Refiners Association’s attempt to dispel the “myth” that HFCS is harmful and assert through the opinion of “medical and nutrition experts” that it is no different than cane sugar. It is a “natural” product that is a healthy part of our diet when used in moderation.

Except for one problem. When used in moderation it is a major cause of heart disease, obesity, cancer, dementia, liver failure, tooth decay and more.'

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