Since sugar spread from Polynesia a few thousand years ago, the world has been crazy for it. Insanely high prices, wars and even slavery couldn't undo world's need for a sugar fix. Today that fix is responsible for the obesity epidemic facing the West. Learn all about it in this classic episode.
Join Chuck and Josh as they explore the sweet world of sugar, from its ancient origins in New Guinea to its global dominance today. They dive into how sugar is made from both sugar cane and sugar beets, the different types of sugar you'll find in your pantry, and the ongoing debate about high fructose corn syrup versus regular sugar. The guys also cover some surprising sugar facts, including how it can power cars, why it explodes in refineries, and what all that sugar is actually doing to your body and teeth.
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