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Sugar Rush: How to avoid the sweet stuff and lose weight

Sugar Rush: How to avoid the sweet stuff and lose weight

By Cyreia Sandlin - email

Millions of Americans consume tons of sugar every day, and it's virtually impossible to escape what some health experts call a toxin destroying our bodies.

In the past 20 years, Dr. Paul Bradley says he's seen a startling increase in obesity and diabetes. He said two decades ago only half of the country was overweight, now, more than two-thirds of the country is overweight.

One reason for this, he believes? Sugar.

Senator Pinckney to present South Carolina health forum

Senator Pinckney to present South Carolina health forum

HARDEEVILLE, SC (WTOC) – The “Health Issues in South Carolina” forum discussion will be held at the Palmetto Electric Community Room on Thursday, April 25.

Americans urged to take advantage of Diabetes Alert Day

Americans urged to take advantage of Diabetes Alert Day

HARDEEVILLE, SC (WTOC) - The American Diabetes Association will be hosting a one-day Diabetes Risk Test for diabetes patients on Mar. 26.

The one day "wake-up call" event is to find out if patients are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes, a disease that has affected 26 million Americans.

Do You Know What Your Dog is Eating?

Do You Know What Your Dog is Eating?

Popular dog food brands are being recalled and some are even being accused of causing serious illness and death.  Could your pet be at risk?

Hilton Head Hospital offering several free health screenings in Feb.

Hilton Head Hospital offering several free health screenings in Feb.

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC (WTOC) - In honor of National Heart Month, Hilton Head Hospital will be offering free heart health screenings in February.

'Go Red for Women' Friday and support AHA

'Go Red for Women' Friday and support AHA

SAVANNAH, GA (WTOC) - Americans across the U.S. will be wearing red Friday to raise awareness of heart disease and stroke in women.

Great American Smokeout observed Thursday nationwide

Great American Smokeout observed Thursday nationwide

The American Cancer Society is marking the 37th Great American Smokeout on Nov. 15.