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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
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