THE NEED FOR SPEED
WHAT IS RALLY RACING?
Why is rally racing considered dangerous?
When people think about racing, the first thing that comes to mind is usually NASCAR, the most popular auto racing sport today. But it’s not the first style of racing that took place. NASCAR began in 1948, but rally racing can be traced to 1894. It’s considered one of the most dangerous sports ever. What is rally racing? This motorsport takes place on public or private roads with either modified or specially built cars. Their racing style is unique because although cars are racing against each other, each driver takes turns driving the same track. They compete to have the fastest time along the narrow, curvy, and oftentimes dangerous course. Rally racing drivers are regarded as some of the best drivers in the world because they can control their vehicles at high speed, on straight and curvy
roads, and on all types of terrain, pavement, gravel, mud, snow, and ice. Because the cars are going exponentially fast, they need
Because these cars are often running fast on common roads, there is always a chance of crashes
and oversteering. The sport is dangerous for the participants, but the spectators could also be in danger. Most viewers are watching from the side of the road, putting them at risk if the racers make a mistake. There are no protected barriers to keep rally watchers safe from the racing circuits. Rally racing is a popular sport in Europe and is gaining popularity in the United States. If you’re ever curious about what these races look like, search them online. There are tons of videos you can watch that will show you the excitement these races produce for the participants and spectators.
a co-driver to give the driver directions. These co- drivers use code and abbreviations when talking to the driver. For example, the co-driver could say, “Right five over crest, one hundred, caution! Left two.” This may not make sense to us, but to the driver, they understand it as “There is an easy right turn over a crest in the road. Then in 100 yards, the road will turn into a hard left.” The sport requires an abundance of trust between the driver and co-driver because they are dependent on one another to complete the race in a fast, but safe, manner.
THE SWEET DANGERS OF SUGAR
EXPLORING DR. LUSTIG’S ‘PROCESSED FOOD DISEASE’
Growing up, we’ve all been advised to limit our sugar intake, told we’ve had enough sugar for the day, or heard that something is just too sugary for us to eat or drink. While sugar’s sweet taste is delicious and addicting, it can be detrimental to our health if we aren’t careful!
To keep your body healthy and avoid Type 2 diabetes, be aware of your sugar intake and care for your body. If you are currently overweight, adopting a healthy workout and eating plan can make a big difference in lowering your risk. If you currently consume a lot of food and drinks high in sugar and refined carbohydrates, prioritize vegetables and fruits as well as non-starchy foods, and don’t give in to those sugar cravings! Lastly, monitor your portion sizes and try eating smaller meals more frequently. Sugar in moderation is okay and sometimes difficult to avoid. The key is to not make sugar a part of your lifestyle and regular diet! Sugar is sweet — until it isn’t!
According to Dr. Robert Lustig, an endocrinologist and professor of pediatrics at the Division of Endocrinology at the University of California, San Francisco, sugar has a certain level of toxicity not related to its high number of calories. In fact, he compares sugar to alcohol, stating it contains biochemical alterations harmful to our physical health. Dr. Lustig states that over the last 45 years, the food industry has pushed the idea that regulating both saturated fat and calories is key to healthy eating, neglecting to mention the
harmful effects of sugar. Thus, we have seen a rise in chronic metabolic diseases like Type 2 diabetes, which Dr. Lustig believes should be referred to as “Processed Food Disease” in both children and adults. Dr. Lustig stresses the importance of educating the public on sugar’s detrimental effects and recognizing that sugar is, in fact, addicting. In fact, according to research, sugar, in excess, can be as addictive as certain types of street drugs!
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