Liking
something sweet is very easy and natural to so many people. A lot of folks find
it very convenient to consume sugary foods and snacks daily and sometimes make it
a part of their standard food consumption. This invariably can lead to weight
gain and health risks.
Another
fact of note is that majority of sugary foods and snacks contain refined sugars
which causes a lot of complications in diet. Refined sugars have negative
health effects including hypoglycemia, arthritis, diabetes, headaches,
suppression of the immune system, osteoporosis, and depression. It is also
stored as fat within the body and bring about increase in weight for anyone
that consume it.
Avoid
consuming sugary foods, drinks and snacks that contain refined sugars. The
artificial sweeteners, used in the beverages, have been shown to interfere with
the body’s natural ability to function properly; this also should be avoided.
Instead
of consuming sweetened beverages, sugary foods and snacks; fruit juices are
best replacement, or water with a squeeze of lemon added as the sweetener. The
natural sweetness of the fruits will definitely
