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SYSK Distraction Playlist: Sugar: It Powers the Earth

Mar 20, 2020 · 44m
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  • Sugar's spread from Polynesia fueled global demand, wars, and slavery.
  • Trace the historical impact of sugar on societies and economies.
  • Connect historical sugar consumption to modern obesity epidemics.

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