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EPISODE · Mar 31, 2026 · 19 MIN

Sweet Deception: NFL Injuries, Sugar, and Glycine

from Sugar Crush: And Now, The Rest of the Story...

This episode of Sugar Crush explores the hidden dangers of sugar and environmental toxins in professional sports, focusing on the high rate of Achilles tendon injuries among NFL players—especially the San Francisco 49ers. Dr. Rick and co-host Grok discuss how high sugar intake, glyphosate exposure, and electromagnetic fields may combine to damage nerves and tendons, referencing theories by Dr. Martin Pall and Dr. Stephanie Seneff. The hosts advocate for glycine—an amino acid with protective benefits—as a simple, overlooked solution to counteract these effects. They suggest that swapping sugary sports drinks for glycine could help athletes reduce injury risk and improve recovery.

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