7. Fatigue and Low Energy
While sugar provides a quick energy boost, it is often followed by a crash in energy levels. Rapid fluctuations in blood sugar can leave individuals feeling fatigued and low on energy, especially when consumed in excess. To offset this, more is introduced to try and maintain that high blood sugar feeling, leading to too much sugar overall. It is also a trap, as the body remains hungry, and while your blood sugar spikes, your energy levels do not.
8. Irritability:
Sugar consumption, in general, can impact mood stability by causing rapid fluctuations in blood sugar levels. This may lead to irritability and mood swings as the body struggles to regulate glucose levels. Think of someone ‘hangry’ but on a cellular level: that’s what happens when you have too much sugar.
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