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Visions of Sugar Plums

Posted on December 14, 2009. Filed under: Healthy Body | Tags: addiction, cravings, health, sugar |

…while visions of sugar plums danced in their heads…

If you are anything like me, the holidays remind you (and tempt me) of the sweet deliciousness that is abundant everywhere this time of year.  I know it’s hard to use restraint.  I know I won’t completely abstain.  But what I would like to do is to help you put your sugar fantasies into perspective with the downside of our addiction to the sweet white powder.  Today, I give you 20 ways sugar can ruin your health.  Tomorrow, I’ll give you tips to curb your sugar cravings (and still enjoy the holidays!)  I’m no Scrooge.

Here you go:

1. Sugar can suppress the immune system.
2. Sugar interferes with absorption of calcium and magnesium.
3. Sugar can weaken eyesight.
4. Sugar can cause hypoglycemia.
5. Sugar can cause a rapid rise of adrenaline levels in children.
6. Sugar contributes to obesity.
7. Sugar can cause arthritis.
8. Sugar can cause heart disease and emphysema.
9. Sugar can contribute to osteoporosis.
10. Sugar can increase cholesterol.
11. Sugar can lead to both prostrate cancer and ovarian cancer.
12. Sugar can contribute to diabetes.
13. Sugar can cause cardiovascular disease.
14. Sugar can make our skin age by changing the structure of collagen.
15. Sugar can produce a significant rise in triglycerides.
16. Sugar can increase the body’s fluid retention.
17. Sugar can cause headaches, including migraines.
18. Sugar can cause depression.
19. Sugar can contribute to Alzheimer’s disease.
20. In intensive care units, limiting sugar saves lives.

Adapted from 146 Reasons Why Sugar Is Ruining Your Health by Nancy Appleton, Ph.D.

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