These are some of the effects of sugar in the body if consumed excessively for a long period of time
EFFECTS OF SUGAR – If consumed excessively for a long period of time, this is what happens to the body – the sweet dangers of sugar.
Sugar is a carbohydrate that provides energy to the body but too much of it may cause adverse effects to the overall health. Too much of this can contribute to energy dense which may lead to problems like obesity, diabetes, and tooth decay.
There is no denying that a sprinkle of sugar to a food or a beverage can do so much wonders to how it would taste. However, it is also not a secret that sugar must be limited. As much as possible, avoid any sugary foods and drinks to avoid certain diseases and health problems.
In the food industry, sugars are widely used as they act as preservatives and add taste, color, bulk, and thickness to the food products.
If you consume too much of sugar, this is what happens to the body:
- It can lead to unwanted weight gain and one of the major contributors of this is sugary beverages.
- Heart disease is among the top causes of death worldwide and too much sugar can increase the risk of this.
- It may lead to acne breakout. Sugary food can cause a spike in blood sugar and insulin levels and this results in increased androgen secretion, oil production, and inflammation – all of which cause acne.
- It can increase type 2 diabetes.
- Eating excessive amounts of sugar increases risk of certain cancers.
- The skin aging process is accelerated.
- It can negatively impact dental health.
If you found these in the labels of your food, avoid or cut back:
- brown sugar
- corn sweetener
- corn syrup
- fruit juice concentrates
- high-fructose corn syrup
- honey
- invert sugar
- malt sugar
- molasses
- syrup sugar molecules ending in “ose” (dextrose, fructose, glucose, lactose, maltose, sucrose).
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