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Sweet Denial: What sugar is really doing to us (and how to fix it)

ParentMap, January 2016 Issue

 Are you still coming down from the holiday sugar high? Our feature story, Sweet Denial reveals how challenging it is to avoid feeding our precious offspring sugars. The daunting reality in the number of diagnosed cases of type 2 diabetes should stop you cold turkey on added sugar: zero documented cases in adolescents in 1980 vs. 2010’s 57,638.

Also, don't miss our interview with Kristin Rowe-Finkbeiner, a champion of family-friendly policies, from paid leave to gun safety and MomsRising’s founder. along with our tips on all things health-related, from understanding and preventing common childhood dental problems to nurturing healthy eating habits and building a positive body image

We wish you a happy, healthy New Year!