Top 5 of the week: Sugar versus substitutes, “Endgame” economics, and how watching TV intersects with political affiliation

Sugar and artificial sweeteners comes in many shapes and colors. New Africa/Shutterstock.com

Sugar substitutes: Is one better or worse for diabetes? For weight loss? An expert explains

Jamie Pitlick, Drake University

There is a huge variety of sugar substitutes available. What's the difference? Is one better for controlling blood sugar levels for diabetes? Is one better for individuals trying to lose weight?

Cap is probably not a fan of inflation. Marvel Studios

Thanks, ‘Avengers: Endgame,’ for reminding us why inflation matters

Jay L. Zagorsky, Boston University

It's why Marvel's effort to break the worldwide box office record is doomed, as an economist explains.

Liberals and conservatives have wildly different TV-viewing habits – but these 5 shows bring everyone together

Johanna Blakley, University of Southern California, Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism

The programs that Americans of all political stripes like to watch seem to be united by a common theme.
Controlling weeds on playing fields, parks and lawns without herbicides

Jason Henderson, University of Connecticut

Weeds are serious problems on sports fields, parks and other sites covered with turfgrass. A new strategy uses mechanical force to kill them instead of chemical herbicides.
Every dog has its day, but it’s not the Fourth of July

Christine Calder, Mississippi State University

Millions of Americans love the fireworks on July 4, but millions of dogs will tremble in fear. A vet explains the causes and solutions to this doggie dilemma.

Sugar substitutes: Is one better or worse for diabetes? For weight loss? An expert explains

Thanks, ‘Avengers: Endgame,’ for reminding us why inflation matters

Liberals and conservatives have wildly different TV-viewing habits – but these 5 shows bring everyone together

Controlling weeds on playing fields, parks and lawns without herbicides

Every dog has its day, but it’s not the Fourth of July

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