Sagar: From tea to sweets, we consume sugar in some form or the other. Some people even consume excess sugar, which sometimes invites serious diseases like diabetes. But, very few people know that our body itself gives a sugar alert. There are some symptoms that indicate that now you have to reduce sugar or stop eating it, otherwise you are going to be vulnerable to many diseases including diabetes.
Assistant Professor Dr. Sumit Rawat of Bundelkhand Medical College Sagar told Local 18 that certain symptoms are seen in the body, which alert of increased sugar. In such a situation, you should immediately stop consuming sugar. Ignoring these symptoms can increase the risk of diseases. Nature has made the body so capable that it can identify good and bad on its own, provided we should be aware of it.
Constant fatigue and lethargy
If you always feel tired, it could be a sign of eating too much sugar. Sugar gives a quick boost of energy, but after that the body becomes sluggish. This is due to unstable energy levels, which leads to feeling tired and lazy throughout the day.
Rapid weight gain
Excessive sugar intake gets stored as fat in the body, which leads to weight gain. Accumulation of fat especially around the stomach and waist can be a sign of excessive sugar consumption. Dr. Sumit Rawat, in-charge of microbiology at Sagar Medical College, says that this increases the risk of obesity and metabolic problems.
Acne and rashes on the skin
Eating too much sugar increases the insulin level in the body, which can cause hormonal imbalance. This can cause problems like acne, rashes and irritation on the skin. In many cases, excessive sugar can be the cause of skin damage.
frequent feeling of hunger
If you feel hungry frequently, especially craving for sweets, then this could be the result of sugar addiction. Excessive consumption of sugar causes blood sugar levels to drop quickly, which makes the body crave for more sugar, which ultimately increases your appetite.
Dental problems
Sweet things are considered the biggest enemy of teeth. If you are having problems like toothache or cavity, it means that you are eating too much sugar. Consumption of sugar promotes plaque bacteria, which causes cavities, swollen gums and tooth decay.
Brain fog
If you are having difficulty thinking or concentrating, it could be a sign that your brain is being affected by excessive sugar intake. Sugar causes an imbalance in blood sugar, which can lead to a fogginess in the brain.
Weakening of immunity
Excessive sugar consumption can weaken your immune system. This increases the risk of cold and cough and other infections. Sugar weakens the body’s natural immunity, which can make you fall ill frequently.
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FIRST PUBLISHED : September 16, 2024, 07:58 IST
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