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The World Health Organization released two global reports urging governments to raise and better target taxes on sugary drinks and alcoholic beverages to reduce consumption and curb noncommunicable diseases and injuries, noting many countries tax too little or fail to adjust for inflation. The WHO also promotes the 3 by 35 initiative to raise real prices of tobacco, alcohol and sugary drinks by 2035 to protect public health.
Consuming liquid sugar, especially through sugary drinks like soda and sweetened beverages, can cause long-term brain damage by inducing inflammation, insulin resistance, and cognitive decline, with particularly harmful effects on children and young adults. Artificial sweeteners may also accelerate mental decline, and reducing sugar intake by choosing healthier alternatives can help protect brain health.
Consuming liquid sugar, especially in sugary drinks like soda and sweetened beverages, can cause long-term brain damage by leading to insulin resistance, inflammation, and oxidative stress, which impair memory, focus, and increase dementia risk. Early exposure in children is linked to attention problems and ADHD, and artificial sweeteners may also accelerate cognitive decline. Reducing intake and replacing sugary drinks with water or unsweetened beverages can help protect brain health.
The article highlights a concerning rise in early-onset colorectal cancer among young adults, with a LA surgeon listing five foods and drinks to avoid: red meat, processed meats, sugary beverages, alcohol, and ultra-processed foods, while emphasizing the importance of a healthy diet rich in whole foods to reduce risk.
A study links high sugary drink consumption to increased depression risk in women, mediated by changes in the gut microbiome, specifically an increase in Eggerthella bacteria, suggesting dietary interventions could help prevent or treat depression.
A study from MD Anderson Cancer Center found that the glucose-fructose mix in sugary drinks promotes metastasis in advanced colorectal cancer by activating the SORD enzyme, suggesting that reducing sugary drink intake and targeting SORD could help slow disease progression.
Consumption of sugary drinks containing glucose and fructose promotes colorectal cancer metastasis via activation of the enzyme SORD, which increases the NAD+/NADH ratio and activates the mevalonate pathway, thereby enhancing cancer cell motility and spread.
A comprehensive study shows that even small daily intakes of processed meats, sugary drinks, and trans fats are linked to increased risks of diseases like type 2 diabetes, colorectal cancer, and heart disease, emphasizing the importance of limiting these foods for better long-term health.
A recent study found that consuming sugar through beverages like soda and juice is more harmful than eating sugary foods, significantly increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes and other health issues. Experts recommend limiting sugary drinks and opting for whole fruits and healthier alternatives to reduce health risks associated with excess sugar intake.
Consuming high-sodium processed foods, sugary sodas, fast food, high-phosphorus and high-protein animal products, potassium-rich foods, and ultra-processed foods can stress and damage your kidneys over time, even before symptoms appear. To protect kidney health, it's advised to limit these foods and opt for healthier alternatives like water, herbs, and fresh foods, while consulting a healthcare professional for personalized guidance.
Consuming sugary and artificially sweetened beverages significantly increases the risk of type 2 diabetes, obesity, and heart disease in women. Replacing these drinks with water, herbal teas, or unsweetened green tea can help reduce these health risks. Women should be especially cautious due to hormonal fluctuations and higher cardiovascular vulnerability associated with diabetes.
A Harvard-trained gastroenterologist lists six common foods linked to increased cancer risk, including processed meats, sugary drinks, deep-fried foods, charred meats, alcohol, and ultra-processed foods, and suggests healthier alternatives such as lean meats, herbal teas, baked vegetables, slow-cooked meats, non-alcoholic fermented drinks, and home-cooked meals to reduce cancer risk.
A study suggests that consuming two sugary drinks daily, such as sodas and fruit juices, could reduce life expectancy by 24 minutes per day, potentially leading to a loss of nearly a year over 50 years. The research highlights the health risks associated with added sugars, linking them to diseases like cancer and heart disease. Even artificial sweeteners may pose similar risks. Experts recommend reducing sugary drink consumption to improve life expectancy and overall health, despite the study's observational nature. The findings could influence public health policies and awareness campaigns.
A new study presented at the Nutrition 2024 conference reveals that consuming ultra-processed foods like sugary sodas, hot dogs, and refined grains can significantly increase the risk of premature death and various health conditions, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and dementia. The research tracked over 500,000 people for three decades and found a 10% higher risk of all-cause mortality for those who consumed more ultra-processed foods. While not all ultra-processed foods are harmful, experts recommend focusing on nutrient-dense options and limiting processed meats and sugary beverages.
Dental experts identify sugary or acidic drinks, sticky foods, and fermentable carbohydrates as some of the worst foods for teeth due to their potential to cause decay and erosion. To mitigate damage, they recommend eating fibrous foods after sugary ones, drinking water during and after meals, and chewing sugar-free gum with xylitol to increase saliva flow and neutralize acids.