The physiological function of the body is to maintain the systems in a state called homeostasis and avoid extreme fluctuations, which means the brain and body develop a tolerance to the effects of mind- and mood-altering substances (McGonigal). ... Without these naturally occurring, nature intended elements the body cannot metabolize the excess carbohydrates, which results in abnormal sugars containing four carbon atoms in the bloodstream that accumulate in the brain, red blood cells and nervous system, ultimately, interfering with the cell respiration (Dufty 154). ... The difference betw...

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