Sugar Overkill?
5 signs you are eating too much sugar
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Do you feel sluggish, tired and unable to concentrate? Then you could be eating too much sugar. We’ll tell you 5 signs of sugar overkill.
1. You are constantly tired
If you notice that you are constantly tired and lacking energy, you should perhaps take a closer look at your sugar consumption. Sugar gives you a quick boost of energy, but then you plunge into a lows. The reason: the blood sugar level rises quickly, but falls again just as quickly. The result is that you get tired. But that is only the half truth. As researchers have found out, sugar also inhibits the hormone orexin, which makes the body more alert and active.
2. You cannot concentrate
You have trouble concentrating – especially after a meal you’ve just enjoyed? Or to put it another way: Does your brain feel somehow “foggy” after eating? Then it could be because there was too much sugar in it. This cognitive effect can be due to the rapid rise and fall in blood sugar levels. So: Better hands off sugar bombs!
3. You have food cravings
If you eat too many sweets, you are always in the mood for more snacks, which manifests itself in downright cravings. Because: Sugar does not satiate and is highly addictive, as studies show. You are only consuming empty calories, which will have a long-term effect on your weight and make you sick. After all, being overweight also means a risk for diabetes and cardiovascular diseases.
4. You often catch a cold
A cough here, a runny nose there: are colds your constant companion? Then let me tell you: Too much sugar can weaken your immune system, making your body more susceptible to disease.
5. You have skin problems
Many acne patients generally keep their hands off sugary foods as they worsen the complexion. In addition to pimples, high sugar consumption can lead to eczema and rosacea. In addition, the skin is often dry or very oily.
