What are the side effects of added sugar and how to cut down on sugar effectively?
Be aware, if you are taking too much sugar, then know about its side effects.
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Consuming too many calories (especially sugar) may increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.
Consuming excess sugar fills you up with empty calories that are not nutritionally beneficial, it leads to weight gain.
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High sugar intake can lead to insulin resistance, which increases the risk of developing type-2 diabetes.
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Eating too much sugar can also lower your immune system, making you more susceptible to infections and diseases.
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Consuming too much sugar can crowd out nutrient-rich foods in your diet, which can lead to nutritional deficiencies over time.
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Added sugar promotes the growth of bacteria in the mouth, which can lead to tooth decay and cavities.
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We know how much sugar is harmful to health, if you want good health, then reduce the amount of sugar in your food.
We've got some expert tips for you on how to effectively cut down on sugar in your everyday diet.
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These recommendations are shared by the American Heart Association on their official website. Effective ways to cut down on sugar -
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Avoid adding white sugar, brown sugar, honey, or syrup of any kind to your tea, coffee, or breakfast cereal.
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Replace your packaged fruit juices with fruits (and fresh fruit juices) and coconut water for better hydration.
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Choose lowest amount of added sugar. Therefore, it is important to check the package every time you buy a food ingredient.
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Instead of adding sugar to recipes, use extracts such as almond, vanilla, orange or lemon. You can use spices like cinnamon and nutmeg.
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Replacing sugar with non-nutritive sweeteners is not healthy.It is okay to add some amount of it to your meals to satisfy your sweet tooth.
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