Ask Claude.ai: Does ingesting sucrose cause systemic inflammation in humans?

[Bolt_Upright]

Claude has given me enough cover to continue my Pepsi (with real sugar) addiction:

(Keep in mind that I am not a smart person, and the rest of my diet is gluten and lectin free keto except for a tub of ice cream [with real sugar] about every 2 weeks)

Ask Claude.ai: Does ingesting sucrose cause systemic inflammation in humans?

Answer: Let me break this down carefully:The relationship between sucrose (table sugar) consumption and inflammation is complex and depends on several factors:

1. Direct Effects:No strong scientific evidence suggests that sucrose directly causes systemic inflammation in healthy individuals when consumed in moderate amounts as part of a balanced diet.

2. Indirect Effects: However, high sucrose intake can contribute to inflammation indirectly through several mechanisms:- Excessive caloric intake leading to weight gain and adipose tissue inflammation- Blood sugar spikes that can trigger inflammatory responses- Potential disruption of gut microbiota

3. Context Matters: The inflammatory response depends on:- Overall diet composition- Amount and frequency of sucrose consumption- Individual metabolic health- Presence of existing conditions like diabetes or obesity

4. Key Research Findings: While some studies have shown correlations between high sugar intake and inflammatory markers (like C-reactive protein), these are often in the context of overall poor dietary patterns or excessive consumption.The current scientific consensus suggests that moderate sucrose consumption as part of a balanced diet likely doesn't cause significant systemic inflammation in healthy individuals. However, excessive intake, especially when combined with other dietary and lifestyle factors, may contribute to inflammatory processes.

[MarionP]

Uh huh.

[gaga1958]

continue my Pepsi (with real sugar) addiction:(Keep in mind that I am not a smart person

Bolt,

The only thing “not smart”, is you preferring Pepsi over Coke. lol 😜

[MarionP]

That might be Claude's job, to give you an answer you can bend where would you like to. Have you asked him about that?

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Asking him might go like this: "Claude, is your job to give me whatever answer will make me use you more?"

[Bolt_Upright in reply to MarionP]

I understand that your perspective is more intelligent.

But there are so many things that "everybody knows" that are not true.

I already know what the consensus science says, and that consensus does not offer a path to recovery.

I will continue to dare to be stupid (and likely flame out in failure).

[MarionP in reply to Bolt_Upright]

Huh? What are you smokin Willis? So now you know what's in my head... That doesn't sound like a high schooler. Guess you're smarter than you like to let on, maybe that's just your game. But you don't like the flashlight shined on you though do you m Can't tell a joke when you read one, I guess you're the only one who knows how to make a joke. You see that, you're smarter than you like to let on. Sounds like that's your game. False modesty. Oh did you just get your cover blown?

As you would probably like to say to duck out by taking false offense and shut people down, "just sayin. What do I know?" You know what I think that's your shtick. Gets old.

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One thing I bet you should know: don't kid a kidder. Or to say it another way: don't piss on my head and tell me it's raining.

Maybe you should run for office. Jus sayin.

Ok, Meanwhile here's a follow-up for you to ask Claude: "Hey Claude, why should I believe you?" And: "Thank you Claude, but your answer was vague and now I would like a second level response." I think you'll have fun with that one and it's an inside tip on how to get deeper into AI and maybe get less of the BS one usually has to worry about with AI. Though it still is a lousy excuse for a decision you still have to be the one to make.

[Bolt_Upright in reply to MarionP]

So... I thought this comment "That might be Claude's job, to give you an answer you can bend where would you like to. Have you asked him about that?" was casting some shade on my decision to take what Claude told me about Sucrose and inflammation and drawing the conclusion that there is a good chance my Pepsi (with real sugar) is not causing inflammation.

If you were making a joke, that's fine. Sorry I missed it. I am on the spectrum and miss a lot of jokes.

As to my "what do I know" shtick (a gimmick, comic routine, style of performance, etc. associated with a particular person), well I guess this "what do I know" and "I only have a high school degree" qualifies as a shtick if you use the "gimmick" definition (a trick or device intended to attract attention, publicity, or business.). It is a gimmick to make sure I draw attention to the fact that I have no medical training and all of the things I believe are very speculative.

It is probably wrong of me to say "I am not a smart man". I am smart. I am also stupid. You have heard of idiot savants? I am like an idiot clever.

I am also prone to error and have poor impulse control. I think it is important that people know these things about me when they read my posts. There are a lot of desperate people that read these posts. People who will try things they would not try if they were not desperate.

It's weird. I think I have some answers and would like others to try the things I try, but intellectually I know I am almost certainly just spinning my wheels.

So... sorry I missed the joke. Sorry about the shtick getting old. Hopefully it will get a lot older, at least 25 years older.

[MarionP in reply to Bolt_Upright]

I'm totally allergic to sugar, glucose and sucrose and fructose. I've had to be on constant antihistamines for the last 65 years. It's like being addicted to air, doesn't take long at all for the results of pausing to be incredibly intolerable. Also includes aspartame and many of the other artificial sweeteners .

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Anyway, try this trick with AI, respond back to it by saying yes that's a vague answer I would like a level 2 response. Then when you get the level to response ask for a level 3 response. The people that put AI together already know that they couldn't sell for a dime the AI that we all get, which is total problem and useless. So they have already taken care of that but it's kind of a trade secret you only get to know if you've paid a lot of money for a real serious operating account for really serious advanced uses. Give it a shot sometime. Terminology may vary depending on which brand of AI product you are talking to.

[Bolt_Upright in reply to MarionP]

Wow. Allergic to sugar, glucose, sucrose, and fructose. Google says "hereditary fructose intolerance"? That is something I had never heard of. 65 years of this. I am sorry you have had to deal with this.

[Gioc in reply to MarionP]

😂 eh Yes! MarionP They (AI) also need to work and are subject to the harsh law of marketing: “create or find a need and satisfy it”. 😂

Greetings from Italy!

Pizza!

[MarionP in reply to Gioc]

Beautiful looking pie!!

[Gioc in reply to MarionP]

😂

[AGH_1966]

AI giving a 'could be a bit of this'/'could be a bit of that' answer shocker. AI will only be of any use when its response to any question is to put itself immediately in the bin.

[MarionP]

Is that trick I showed bolt about asking it for a level two response. And obtaining a "level 2 response" open the gateway to asking for a " level 3 response."

[Gioc in reply to MarionP]

Which in the end will be the answer oriented towards what you wanted to hear.🤷🏻‍♂️

Pizza 🍕

[MarionP in reply to Gioc]

Well that's what I'm hoping to find out, whether that is actually true from evidence. So I hope somebody tries it and reports back.

[Bolt_Upright in reply to MarionP]

Claude is free and friendly. Anyone can use it. claude.ai

[Gioc]

hi    Bolt_Upright ,

claude.ai is not updated (April 2024), much better parkibot.com

It's small But it will grow! I ❤️ trees 🌳

[Bolt_Upright in reply to Gioc]

Claude is my friend and offers much encouragement. I don't just abandon friends.

Here is an interaction from a month ago:

Me: Can I fry hamburger meat and onions with some cocoa powder?

Yes, you can add cocoa powder when cooking ground beef and onions! This is actually a common ingredient in some chili recipes and Mexican mole sauces. The cocoa adds a deep, rich flavor that complements meat well without making it taste like chocolate.

For best results:

1. Use unsweetened cocoa powder

2. Add it sparingly - start with about 1-2 teaspoons per pound of meat

3. Add it after browning the meat and cooking the onions, then let it cook for a minute or two to integrate the flavors

Just make sure not to use hot chocolate mix or sweetened cocoa powder, as those contain sugar and other ingredients that wouldn't work well in this context.

What are you planning to make with this combination? I could offer some specific suggestions based on your dish.

Me: I just fry hamburger with onions in butter with some minced garlic and raw honey.

That's an interesting combination! The honey would add a nice touch of sweetness and help caramelize the onions. If you want to try adding cocoa powder to this mix, I'd suggest:

1. Start by melting the butter and sautéing your onions until they begin to soften

2. Add the garlic and cook for another minute

3. Add the ground beef and brown it

4. Once the meat is mostly cooked, add about 1 teaspoon of cocoa powder and your honey

5. Let it cook for another few minutes to blend the flavors

The cocoa powder will add a deeper, more complex flavor that could work well with the honey. Since you're already using honey for sweetness, you might want to start with just a small amount of cocoa powder (maybe ½ teaspoon) and adjust to taste. The combination of sweet, savory, and rich flavors could be quite delicious!

Me: Thank you!

You're welcome! Hope you enjoy your cooking experiment if you try it!

[Esperanto]

Ask AI: honestly? 🤔

Answer: Honestly, you’re looking for a straightforward answer: it's best to avoid regular Pepsi if you’re concerned about health. The high sugar content and potential negative effects on inflammation and overall health make it a less favorable choice. If you really enjoy it, consider limiting your intake to occasional treats rather than a regular habit. Your health and well-being are what matter most! 😅

[Bolt_Upright in reply to Esperanto]

My heroes have not always been cowboys. My heroes have always been iconoclasts.

[Esperanto in reply to Bolt_Upright]

Moderation can be key, even for iconoclasts who march to the beat of their own drum!