Diabetes
Earlier, research studies found that obesity was one of the major causes of diabetes. However, according to new studies, the effect of sugar is beyond simply the calories it contains. One can easily consume a lot of calories in soft drinks and in all kinds of food that contain added sugar. Many research studies have found a link between consuming sugary beverages and developing type 2 diabetes. It’s not true that sugar contributes to diabetes. A diet high in calories can lead to diabetes mellitus. The diet high in sugar is high in calories, which can increase the risk of diabetes. One can control diabetes by taking medications. A wide range of drugs is available to control diabetes symptoms. The sugary beverage is particularly problematic. According to a research study, a cane of soda per day is associated with a 1.1% increase in diabetes prevalence.
Weight gain
As mentioned above, sugary drinks are high in calories. Consuming too many sugary beverages will cause you to gain weight even with regular exercise. Some evidence shows excess dietary sugar leads to weight gain. Sugar-sweetened drinks like sweet teas, juices, and soda are loaded with fructose, which is a type of sugar. Consuming fructose increase hunger and force you to eat more such food.
Disturbed gut flora
Research shows that eating a diet high in sugar can cause an imbalance in your gut flora within 24 hours. Altered composition of your gut flora can cause a negative impact on your immune system. It may also impair digestion, increase inflammation and much more.
Cavities in your teeth
sugar consumption is the main culprit behind tooth decay, which may lead to the development of cavities. When you eat sugar, bacteria in the mouth forms a layer of plaque over the teeth. These bacteria, when comes into contact with food that contains sugar, begin reacting. This reaction further triggers the release of an acid that causes damage to teeth.
Heart disease
Diet high in sugar may increase the risk of heart problems. Studies suggest that people who consume added sugar are more likely to die from heart diseases as compared to people who consume a minimal amount of added sugar. Sugary drinks are found to be particularly problematic. This association may be because sugary beverages contain too many calories that do not affect hunger and offers an insufficient amount of energy.
Chromium deficiency
Chromium is a mineral that helps in the regulation of blood sugar in the body. While it can be found in foods like meats, seafood, and plant foods, around 90% of American still don’t get enough chromium because of the presence of refines starches.
Cognitive disabilities in children
A study performed in New York city in a public school, where researchers reduced the amount of their breakfast and lunches, and they noticed a significant improvement in academic ranking. There were no artificial flavors, and preservatives present in the food. The study just wanted to show the importance of natural ingredients for children.