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It’s official: we are a country of sugar lovers. According to a 2023 YouGov poll, the nation’s favourite snack is a KitKat, with McVitie’s Chocolate Digestives, Magnums and Galaxy bars also making the top 10. And we will be piling into the sugary toppings now that it’s Pancake Day. But while enjoying sweet treats in moderation is fine, excessive sugar consumption can significantly impact our health.

Unless you’ve just arrived from Mars, it won’t come as news that in Britain we consume too much sugar, with terrible consequences for our health. That much seems straightforward, yet these days, sugar is a hot and confusing topic.

Natural substitutes like honey and dates can be alternatives to refined sugar, however, it is important to be mindful of portion sizes, says Dr. Richa Chaturvedi, Senior Consultant in Endocrinology at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital

The WHO said that substituting sweeteners for sugar does not aid in long-term weight management. According to the global health body, it may increase the risk of a number of illnesses such as Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disorder

Do non-sugar sweeteners (NSS) reduce obesity and diabetes risk? Heres why you should avoid sugar substitutes for weight loss.

The WHO said that a scientific review of existing evidence found that consumption of such sweeteners was also linked to an increased risk of Type-2 diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and mortality in the long run

Research suggests consumption of food and beverages with no-sugar sweeteners don’t have any long-term benefit in reducing body fat, according to new WHO guidelines.

Research suggests consumption of food and beverages with no-sugar sweeteners don’t have any long-term benefit in reducing body fat, according to new WHO guidelines.

WHO releases guideline cautioning against the use of non-sugar sweeteners (NSS) for weight control and disease prevention.

Often excessive sugar intake triggers an outbreak of acne, allergies, and a hormonal imbalance. The American Heart Association recommends limiting added sugars to six teaspoons per day for children aged 2-18.