The Tim Tam bus is doing the rounds in Sydney promoting the early onset of type 2 diabetes and accelerating the obesity epidemic.These irresistible delicacies are loaded with processed sugars and fats. It is well known that this is the cause of the obesity problem the world is facing. To see the Diabetic Health Clinic news article on Globesity by following this link.
It is a well know fact that processed sugar is a very addictive substance and with the massive sugar hit that a Tim Tam delivers is there any wonder that we all know someone that is addicted to eating Tim Tams. Follow this link to see how food companies are engineering their food to be addictive.
It is shocking that companies can promote these type of products so openly knowing full well that their products are addictive and that they are contributing the to the type 2 diabetes and obesity epidemics sweeping the country. Follow this link to see the Australian Government eating guidelines where it is also recognised that there is a obesity epidemic with links to diseases like type 2 diabetes.
The line up for the free Tim Tams was 15-20 minutes. Would people line up if the give away was something healthy like Honey & Almond Butter Truffles?
This goes to show just how addictive these foods are.
The well decked out and beautifully decorated Tim Tam bus.
The line up for the free sugar hit……
The massive crowd spilt into the Circular Quay area with everyone lining up for 15-20 minutes for their free Tim Tam, a great way to get that satisfying sugar hit, add to the weight and accelerate the onset of type 2 diabetes.
