Pure, White and Deadly

John Yudkin’s groundbreaking work, “Pure, White, and Deadly,” issued over 40 years ago, warns against sugar’s dangers. Despite initial disregard, its relevance has surged amidst today’s obesity crisis. In this reissued edition, Dr. Robert H. Lustig, an authority on childhood obesity, provides a new introduction. Yudkin’s comprehensive exploration of sugar’s perils, from its types to its ubiquity in diets, remains crucial. His message urges action to confront sugar’s hidden dangers for personal and societal health.