That glass of orange juice isn't as healthy as it seems, especially if it's from concentrate or has added sugars. Juicing fruits concentrates their natural sugars and strips away the fiber that helps slow down sugar absorption. Even without added sweeteners, juice can cause a significant rise in blood sugar levels, similar to that of a soda.

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