Tag: Sugar and disease

According to a study published by the National Institutes of Health, elevated glucose levels directly promote viral replication and cytokine expression during infections like SARS-CoV-2. The answer to whether sugar feeds bacteria and viruses is complex, with stark differences in how these microbes use or are affected by sugar.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the average American adult consumes approximately 17 teaspoons of added sugar daily, far exceeding recommended limits. This excessive intake of sweeteners is linked to a cascade of negative health consequences that affect nearly every system in the body. Understanding these drawbacks is the first step toward making healthier dietary choices and reducing your risk of chronic illness.