Sugar can have serious effects on our health if consumed in large quantities.
It can lead to skin problems, weight gain and an increased risk of disease.
Eating refined foods is considered the most dangerous, while fruits, vegetables, and whole grains are healthy, reports Verywell Health .
Bad sleep
Sweets cause blood sugar levels to spike, which leads to chronic fatigue, lethargy, and sleep disturbances.
Caries
With frequent consumption of sweets, the acid produced in the oral cavity destroys the enamel.
Acne
A large amount of sweets can disrupt the body's response to insulin. Excess of this hormone will provoke the production of sebum.
Aging skin and excess weight
Consuming large amounts of added sugar affects the skin, accelerating aging.
Products with added sugar are high in calories, which leads to extra pounds.
High blood pressure
Diets high in added sugar increase the risk of high blood pressure.
Heart disease
Sweets lower the level of good cholesterol and can cause heart disease.
In addition, large amounts of sugar can lead to fatty liver disease, type 2 diabetes, cancer, depression, gout, and decreased cognitive abilities.
