7 Shocking Things Sugar Is Doing to Your Body

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3. Sugar raises your risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

About one in ten Americans have diabetes, of which approximately 95 percent have type 2 diabetes. The culprits of developing type 2 diabetes are many, but the most common ones are obesity and insulin resistance… and it shouldn’t surprise us.

It’s important to note that natural sugars don’t work the same as added ones. So, you can safely consume whole fruits like apples or blueberries, which are known as the best fruits for people with diabetes.

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