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Sugar and Addiction
Fructose activates the brain's reward center, making it potentially addictive, similar to substances like heroin and cocaine. The concept of personal responsibility in addiction is questioned, especially when individuals may not be in a position to make sound decisions about their treatment. The notion of personal responsibility was largely popularized by the tobacco industry in the 1960s, highlighting the influence of industry on public perception of addiction.In this clip
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