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- When children (and adults) eat sugar, it creates a physical reaction in the body: The brain releases dopamine, a feel-good chemical that can improve mood in the short term, and the body produces insulin to regulate blood sugar levels. However, too much sugar can create insulin-resistance, which often leads to diabetes.
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Jul 5, 2024 · Kids should have no more than about 6 teaspoons of added sugar a day — and children younger than 2 shouldn’t have any. Too much sugar is bad for the body and can lead to obesity and prediabetes.
Aug 29, 2023 · It’s no secret that sugar isn’t good for us and contributes to a range of health problems, from type 2 diabetes to heart disease. Despite this, research shows children eat way too much of the sweet stuff - and it’s putting their health at risk 1.
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Jan 5, 2022 · Doctors caution parents to watch their child’s intake of foods high in sugar such as processed foods and fast foods because foods high in sugar can trigger eczema flare-ups. Why? Because sugar causes insulin levels to spike which results in inflammation.
Jan 7, 2022 · Children who are fed diets high in added sugars are more likely than children with lower sugar intakes to have a number of negative health consequences as they develop, including childhood...
Aug 3, 2020 · That's why the American Heart Association recommends children between ages 2 and 18 consume no more than 6 teaspoons of sugar a day — including no more than 8 ounces of sugar-sweetened drinks a week.
May 28, 2024 · Why do kids crave sugar? Kids enjoy eating sweet foods and so do many adults. As a parent, it is natural to be concerned about your child’s health when they eat too many sugary foods and drinks.
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Consuming too much sugar has serious health risks, especially for kids. A dietitian shares five ways to reduce your family's sugar intake.
