Recent studies have shown that addition of sugars containing fructose can be associated with higher possibility of cancer occurrence, even higher compared to the effect of carbohydrates. Nowadays, it is suggested that 25% of daily calories come from added sugars, however clinical experts try to encourage drastic reduction in the consumption of added sugars as serious health problems may arise such as Type 2 Diabetes.
Diabetes is a condition in which the body causes blood sugar levels to rise higher than normal. This is also called hyperglycemia. The most common form of diabetes is Type 2. This diabetes is characterised by the improper use of insulin. What actually happens is that pancreas produces higher amount of insulin than what is needed. Over production of insulin doesn t encourage blood glucose levels to be maintained at their normal levels. The consequences are severe and they involve damage of nerves, kidneys and heart which lead to atherosclerosis. Moreover, the buildup of sugar in the blood can cause an increase in the urination.
Worldwide, a significant number of adults suffers from Type 2 Diabetes and the number of individuals affected by the disease have doubled since 1980. According to a research that has been carried out, it has shown that added sugar consumption and particularly added fructose consumption is associated with a worsening epidemic of type 2 diabetes. The main health association with excess consumption of added fructose is the derangement of the overall metabolism and insulin resistance.
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/01/150129132918.htm
http://www.webmd.com/diabetes/guide/type-2-diabetes
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