Summary: <p>Is sugar bad for you? Yes! Let’s talk about why. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Sugar has been heavily studied, and it’s been concluded that a high amount of added sugar is significantly associated with 45 negative health effects. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Some of the potential side effects of sugar consumption include:</p> <p> • Diabetes </p> <p> • Asthma </p> <p> • Depression </p> <p> • Stroke </p> <p> • Heart attack</p> <p> • Gout </p> <p> • Hypertension </p> <p> • Dementia </p> <p> • Cancer </p> <p> • Early death </p> <p><br></p> <p>Even if you don’t have a weight problem, it’s crucial for your health to cut down your sugar intake. Forty percent of people with normal weight have metabolic syndrome. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Metabolic syndrome includes high blood glucose, fatty liver, and high cholesterol. Sugar is very toxic—fructose may be as toxic as alcohol. </p> <p><br></p> <p>When you eat sugar, you’re supporting the harmful sugar industry. On top of that, you’re destroying your body. </p> <p><br></p> <p>Switching to keto-friendly desserts and sugar-free chocolate is a great way to transition off of a high-sugar diet. </p>
