Consuming too much sugar can have many side effects.
Excess sugar consumption increases glucose-6 phosphate in the body.
Refined sugar is one of the most unavoidable additions to our daily diet. We use sugar to enhance the flavor of any food, be it tea, juice, cake or sweets. Did you know that although it provides a pleasant sensation to our mind, it can harm the body in many ways if not consumed in moderation? Recently, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the National Center for Nutrition jointly released new Dietary Guidelines for Indians. According to the report, it suggests reducing sugar and salt consumption and using seed-based oils instead of cooking oils.
Eating more processed foods high in sugar and salt and less physical activity contributes to micronutrient deficiencies and obesity, according to the report. The report also recommends that Indians consume only 20 to 25 grams of sugar a day.
Consuming too much sugar can have many side effects. That's why many recommend avoiding sugar completely or consuming it in moderation. Now let's look at the health effects of excessive sugar consumption:
Affects muscle proteins: excessive sugar intake increases glucose-6 phosphate in the body. This is the main cause of changes in the muscle proteins of the heart. This can lead to heart failure.
Aging of cells: A 2009 study suggests that excessive glucose intake causes cells and the brain to age faster.
Affects the immune system: When sugar is consumed in excess, endorphins are released in the body, which weakens the immune system.
Generates carcinogenic compounds: Eating sugar increases bile acids in the stool and causes the formation of compounds that can cause colon cancer and other cancers.
Sagging of tissues: Frequent consumption of white sugar can cause tissues to sag and their functions to decrease.
Affects muscle strength: Consuming too much sugar during pregnancy can affect the muscle production of the fetus and can affect the baby's ability to exercise after birth.
Decreased activity of blood proteins: Frequent consumption of sugar affects the activity of two blood proteins, namely albumin and lipoproteins. This makes it difficult to fight fat and cholesterol in the body.
