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Bristol [England], February 27 (ANI): A high sugar fructose diet might prevent the proper functioning of peoples immune systems in ways that have, until now, largely been unknown.
The study led by Swansea scientists in collaboration with scientists at the University of Bristol and the Francis Crick Institute in London has been published in the journal Nature Communications .
Fructose is commonly found in sugary drinks, sweets, and processed foods and is used widely in food production. It is associated with obesity, type 2 diabetes, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and its intake has increased substantially throughout the developed world in recent years.
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Fructose is a form of sugar. It is associated with obesity, type 2 diabetes, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, and its intake has been increasing for some years. A diet high in fructose can damage the immune system - Ensure these 5 high-fructose foods are off your kitchen | Photo Credit: iStock Images
New Delhi: The diet you consume has a direct impact on not just your weight, but your overall health. While some components of your diet can help you become healthier and fit, others can harm the body in several ways, and may even spike the risk of diseases and disorders. A recent study has found that a diet high in fructose content can damage the immune system, and contribute to susceptibility to infections and diseases.
High fructose diets may harm the immune system
Written by Beth JoJack on February 26, 2021 Fact checked by Zia Sherrell, MPH
Excessively high amounts of the sugar fructose, particularly in manufactured sweeteners, may pose a threat to the immune system. Thanyathep Eakphaitoon/Getty Images
A new study suggests that eating a diet high in the sugar fructose may cause the immune system to become inflamed.
This process produces more reactive molecules, which are also associated with inflammation.
Inflammation can damage cells and tissues and lead to disease.
A new study suggests that a diet high in the sugar fructose may prevent the immune system from functioning properly.