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A large-scale study confirms that fructose intake can lead to obesity, just like in hibernating animals, CU Researchers say. (news.cuanschutz.edu)

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Fructose intake can lead to obesity, just like in hibernating animals, CU Researchers say

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[–] forestG@beehaw.org 4 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago)

I am eating something like 400grams of watermelon as I read this study. My feet hurt a little, its been a long ride, almost 3,5 hours (no snacks) on the bike. 80+ km distance, 1300+ meters of elevation. I keep wondering, does that count as hibernation? Will I become obese until I get 40 (getting close)? Will my (lower than 15% atm) bodyfat increase? Is it only the few grams of fructose in watermelon, or is it sorbitol (produces small fatty acids when eaten in moderation) too? What about lycopene (makes my sperm diagrams look like I am in my 20ies)? Oooof, all those studies, really, make me worry! At least I 'm safe, in the winter there is really no watermelon for poor me that doesn't shop fruit out of season. Maybe that's the secret and I don't get fat? Who knows !!