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"Is Sugar Toxic?" Special Event


The average American consumes almost 1/3 of a pound of
sugar every day.


Sugar is added into many food products we buy, and even hidden in “healthy” products like low-fat snacks. The high amount of sugar in our modern diet plays a significant role in
our overall health, including contributing to an increased risk for many life-threatening diseases.



Join the Center for Integrative Health & Wellness for a special presentation about sugar by
renowned Marin General Hospital physicians:

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* Medical Oncologist David Gullion, M.D. will discuss sugar
as it relates to cancer risk and recurrence


* Cardiologist Marx Wexman, M.D. will discuss the connections between sugar and heart disease

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* Certified Nutrition Counselor Sharon Meyer, DipION will share the history of sugar and how increased sugar consumption has impacted the health of humans
over time.


Our panel of experts will be available to answer
questions at the end of the presentation.


 


REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR THIS FREE
EVENT.  Call 1-888-996-9644 for more information and to register.

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