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If your child eats too much sugar there are many health risks.
One of the most immediate and visible effects is tooth decay.
Tooth decay in children is the most common chronic disease in the world. Reducing sugar is one of the first strategies to prevent tooth decay in kids.
However, sugar can also lead to obesity in children, which has numerous negative health consequences like type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and joint problems. Research has shown that children who consumed sugary drinks during childhood had a higher risk of developing obesity and other health problems during adulthood.
Moreover, sugar affects children’s behavior and brain function. One study found that children who consumed high amounts of sugar exhibited more anxiety, depression, and hyperactivity than those who consumed a lower amount. Another study found that consuming sugar-sweetened beverages decreased cognitive function in children.
This week my guest is Professor Michael Goran, a renowned expert in childhood nutrition and obesity research. He is a Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Southern California, Keck School of Medicine, and Co-Director of the USC Diabetes and Obesity Research Institute.
Professor Goran is the author of the book “Sugarproof: The Hidden Dangers of Sugar That Are Putting Your Child’s Health at Risk and What You Can Do” along with Emily Ventura.
In this book, Goran explores the impact of sugar on children’s health and provides insights on how to protect children from excessive sugar intake.
Limiting and reducing sugar intake is a great way for all parents to improve the health of their children.
To learn more visit: https://www.sugarproofkids.com/
