Is Sugar Really the Cause of Diabetes?

The driver of the insulin resistance that leads to diabetes is actually fat buildup inside the muscle and liver cells. Even so, this doesn't mean sugar is totally off the hook because think about it. Table sugar comes from sugar cane or sugar beets where you took out all the fiber and all the nutrition. But let's say you're going to sweeten up your oatmeal versus raisins. The raisins bring you added fiber with them,. And the same as two of you use blueberries or sliced banana. All have those traces of natural sweetness along with the goodness of the fruit.

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