Why no to sugar?
– Dr. Vibhusha Jambhekar
Sugar long associated with religious and cultural traditions has become an irreplaceable part of our life. We follow the tradition of distributing sweets whenever there is some good news, it is also an integral part of all types of poojas. But modern scientific research now highlights its role as a ‘silent killer’ when consumed in excessive amounts. It is now an established fact that excess sugar not only causes or aggravates diabetes but is also one major factor for an increased incidence of diseases like obesity, hypertension, behavioural problems, allergies, chronic infections, autoimmune diseases and cancer. It can lead to loss of strength and also affect a sportsman’s performance. Let us have a look why is it so dangerous and what measures we can take to prevent its effects.
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