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WHY IS SUGAR BAD FOR YOU?
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NISHA JACKSON
SUGAR CAN LEAD TO WEIGHT GAIN & BELLY FAT SUGAR CAN LEAD TO ACNE
Experts believe that sugar consumption is a major cause of obesity and A diet high in refined carbs, including sugary foods and drinks, has been
belly fat, and many chronic diseases, such as diabetes. Sugar-sweetened associated with a greater risk for developing acne. Sugary foods quickly
drinks like sodas, juices and sweet teas are loaded with fructose. spike blood sugar and insulin levels, causing increased androgen secre-
Consuming fructose increases your hunger and desire for food more tion, oil production and inflammation, all of which play a role in acne
than glucose. Additionally, excessive fructose consumption may cause development. For example, a study in 2,300 teens demonstrated that
resistance to leptin, an important hormone that regulates hunger and those who frequently consumed added sugar had a 30% greater risk of
tells your body to stop eating. developing acne.
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