White sugar is considered an indispensable addition in the kitchen, as many housewives are used to using it in many Ramadan dishes, desserts and drinks, without realizing that this causes several health complications for the body.
So, in the following report, we will review the side effects of excessive sugar consumption during Ramadan, according to the healthline website.
– overweight:
Consuming the fructose in sugar increases your hunger and desire for food more than glucose, and therefore, consuming more calories, and this can lead to weight gain.
Increased risk of heart disease:
High-sugar diets have been associated with an increased risk of several diseases, including heart disease and atherosclerosis.
– young love:
Too much sugar increases androgen secretion, oil production, and inflammation, all of which can increase the risk of acne.
– Diabetes:
A high-sugar diet leads to obesity and insulin resistance, both of which are risk factors for type 2 diabetes.
Cancer incidence:
Taking it incorrectly can also lead to insulin resistance and inflammation, which helps increase the risk of cancerous tumors.
– Depression:
A diet high in sugar increases the risk of depression in both men and women.
Accelerates the aging process of the skin:
Consuming sugar in an excessive amount causes the production of AGEs, which leads to premature aging of the skin. In addition, collagen and elastin damage, which contributes to sagging skin.
Fatty liver:
Consistently high intake of fructose has been associated with an increased risk of developing fatty liver, a condition characterized by excessive fat accumulation in the liver.
Increased risk of kidney disease:
Persistently high blood sugar levels can damage the delicate blood vessels in the kidneys. This can lead to an increased risk of kidney disease.
Negative effect on dental health:
Eating a lot of sugar can cause tooth decay, as the bacteria in your mouth feed on sugar and release acidic byproducts, which leads to tooth demineralization.
Increased risk of gout:
Added sugars raise uric acid levels in the blood, increasing the risk of developing or exacerbating gout.