Sugar consumption is a major cause of many chronic diseases and obesity. Unfortunately, many people are tempted to consume processed foods for meals and snacks and since these products contain way too much added sugar, it makes up a large proportion of their daily calorie intake.
Added sugar can be found in the most unexpected products, so it’s important to know why too much sugar is bad for your health.
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