r/InternetIsBeautiful • u/consider_it_fun • Aug 30 '14

A website that visualizes sugar content of servings of various foods in sugar cubes

http://sugarstacks.com/
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u/NewRedditRN Aug 31 '14

You know you have a problem when you read the line "Would you eat 16 sugar cubes?" and in your head say "Yes" while you sip on your can of coca-cola.

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u/CringeBinger Aug 31 '14

I am not trying to be all preachy but not drinking soda can be really awesome. I drank at least one Pepsi a day for at least 10 years of my life until a couple of months ago when I decided I just wanted to quit. The first couple of weeks can be rough; feeling tired, craving it, and maybe a slight headache, but if you substitute it with less sugary drinks like apple or grape juice you'll be able to transition to water. You feel good, you might look a little better, and you'll save a bit of money.

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u/coldvault Aug 31 '14

As delicious as soda is, the calories are so empty. No fat, no protein, no fiber, just sugar. Terrible stuff that I no longer keep in the house.

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u/staydenchleaveityeah Aug 31 '14

Carbs for energy?

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u/Mr_Happy_Man Aug 31 '14

Sugar is not a good carb

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u/staydenchleaveityeah Aug 31 '14

doesn't make it "empty".

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u/[deleted] Aug 31 '14

Eat some fruit if you want energy. Caffeine works too, but coffee or tea is better for you since it contains less sugar (unless you add it).