If you think about sugar the first thing that comes to your mind is sweet things like treats that make us look forward to celebrations and indulge ourselves in sweetness. That notwithstanding there is more to it than what we see because deep down inside where no one can reach out there lies an ugly secret sugar ( sweet) sometimes referred to as ‘white poison’. It does not only contribute but is a key player in many health problems.
This blog will discuss some ways through which sugar has made its way into our daily diets; its effects on our health that are harmful; as well as some mitigating strategies against the same.”
The presence of sugar is very widespread, as the product is present everywhere. The drink of sugar is common in products such as soda, confectionery and desserts that are well known for causing it, as well as in more unexpect things like bread, soup or even salad dressing. As a result, producers of food incorporate sugar into their items to make them tastier and longer lasting, thereby making consumers to become nearly compulsively addicted to this substance. Therefore, it is difficult for people who care about their wellbeing to quit sugar (“The Ubiquity of Sugar”).
The article refers to the science of addiction Sugar intake results in the production of dopamine within our brains; a very neuroactive chemical substance related more often with actions that are habit-forming in nature—producing a gratifying perception initiates habituation leading to additional consumption being undertaken continuously. Eventually, our minds begin yearning for greater amounts of this sweet stuff as they develop resistance against it thereby resulting into continued craving or dependence.”
Sugar Overconsumption’s Impact on Health Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity:
High fructose corn syrup consumption serves as a major proponent towards obesity prevalence. Many sugar filled products lack dietary value weight increase being the result of their high caloric content. Also, a lot of sugar leads to insulin resistance that is majorly associated with metabolic syndrome as well as type two diabetes.
“Overconsumption of sugar particularly in form of sugary drinks is associated with increased risk of heart disease. Some facts augmenting this include that sugar spikes inflammation, blood pressure and levels of triglycerides. “Another serious problem is dental disease. One example is cavities which are commonly caused by sugar. What happens exactly is that bacteria found in our oral cavity break down the sugar particles leading to production of acids capable of weakening your dental enamel thereby exposing it to decay.”
Liver Disease
It has been discovered that fructose, a kind of sweetening agent present in several manufacture foods, undergoes metabolism within the liver. When one takes high amounts of fructose it can cause a condition called non-alcoholic fatty liver diseases (NAFLD) which may develop into inflammation with time eventually leading to liver cirrhosis. Mental Health Issues: Recent studies show that high sugar intake can impair a person’s psychological well-being resulting in increased rates of depression as well as raises risks for anxiety.”Mood swings and irritability can also result from fluctuating blood sugar levels like a rollercoaster.
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Breaking free from sugar is a hard endeavor that requires deliberate actions and good decision making. Below are a few measures to follow: Check the symbols: it is advisable for one to look out for symbols on ingredients’ list. Here, there are other names such as sucrose (table sugar; this term is mostly use when sugar particles are visible), milled cane syrup, demerara sugar from sugar beat etc…”
Opt for unprocessed foods
Whole Foods and avoid processed foods. Fresh fruits, vegetables, lean proteins plus whole grains are naturally low in sugars adds unnecessarily like High Fructose Corn Syrup.Drink water instead of sugary beverages to remain hydrated. Alternatives such as herbal teas and water infused with fruits or herbs can be refreshing. Understanding the health risks associated with sugar may motivate you towards healthier choices hence making knowledge = power.
Conclusion:
Sugar is a name that was given it because it looks sweet but the harm it causes is beyond imagination. sugar in our diets and its addictive nature makes it dangerous this is a problem however there are ways you can use such as taking care of what you eat if you want to avoid taking high amounts of sugar as well as living an active life thus we will not be overweight enable us cut off some fats from our bodies preventing other diseases such as diabetes type 2 conclusion a future marked by health successes begins with lessening oneself from too much sweetened life say yes!”
Dr Sushil Kumar
Dr Sushil is a researcher and founder of D WA Herbals with objective of providing healthy longevity to society. His aim is to develop food and drink-based products by using the inherent qualities of traditional herbs by optimizing their effect through modern technology, making our products extremely user-friendly. The research is focused on various lifestyle issues such as anxiety, stress, metabolism, digestion, immunity and may more which impact the health and lifestyle.