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In reply to the discussion: US Judge Blocks Trump Administration SNAP Restrictions on Soda, Candy [View all]

Martin68

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6. In excess, over time, it can cause as much damage as fentanyl. highly refined sugar and ultra-processed carbohydrates
Reply to Blues Heron (Reply #4)
Tue Jun 23, 2026, 09:45 AM
11 hrs ago

cause an unhealthy spike in blood sugar levels. If that is a major part of the daily diet, it does indeed cause damage over time.

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US Judge Blocks Trump Administration SNAP Restrictions on Soda, Candy [View all] BumRushDaShow Yesterday OP
I don't think nutrition-free excess sugar is good for the health. I don't think SNAP benefits should include Martin68 23 hrs ago #1
Who do you think has the right to oberle 22 hrs ago #3
Yes.The government has the responsibility of managing the program and decisions should be based on science. Martin68 11 hrs ago #5
Calories are calories. Your body literally runs on glucose. its not exactly fentanyl Blues Heron 22 hrs ago #4
In excess, over time, it can cause as much damage as fentanyl. highly refined sugar and ultra-processed carbohydrates Martin68 11 hrs ago #6
no its not as as bad as fentanyl. Let them have a treat. Everybody gets gov susidies of some form, so lets ban all candy Blues Heron 10 hrs ago #7
I'd rather my tax dollars were spent on healthy food. Martin68 5 hrs ago #9
You are using tax paid benefits the minute you travel on a government road. Should they control what you buy? Blues Heron 4 hrs ago #10
I'm getting tired of your wild attempts at logic. Comparing sugar to fentanyl and eating to driving just don't help the Martin68 4 hrs ago #11
Cool story bro Blues Heron 4 hrs ago #12
Are you under the impression you can engage in unrestricted commerce while on a public thoroughfare? Llewlladdwr 4 hrs ago #13
Ex-hungry person once on food stamp agrees with this GenThePerservering 7 hrs ago #8
When healthy food becomes as inexpensive as junk food Torchlight 4 hrs ago #15
So much court winnings by the trumpedo. MarineCombatEngineer 22 hrs ago #2
Good. 50 Shades Of Blue 4 hrs ago #14
I agree with the decision EnergizedLib 2 hrs ago #16
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