The Sweet Addiction: How Sugar Influences Our Health and Policy.

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In a recent podcast with Dr. Robert Lustig, a leading expert in endocrinology, an intriguing light is shed on the complex relationship between genetics, environmental factors, and our diet. Dr. Lustig emphasizes a crucial insight: while our genetic code has remained virtually unchanged over the past 30 years, our environment, especially our diet, has undergone […]

Declining Voter Engagement in Amsterdam: A Challenge to Democratic Process

The phenomenon of declining political interest is a significant concern, particularly in the context of Amsterdam’s municipal and provincial elections. The psychological warfare for the minds of voters is intense, with numerous double standards contributing to voter disengagement. Let’s start with this graph (source: https://onderzoek.amsterdam.nl/thema/bestuur.