The Claim
High dietary sugar consumption increases the risk of heart disease.
What the research says
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Support is ahead, but a single strong opposing study can change this.
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People who consume large amounts of dietary sugar have a higher risk of developing heart disease.
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High dietary sugar consumption increases the risk of heart disease
When too much sugar is consumed, especially in drinks, the liver turns it into fat, which builds up in the liver and spills into the bloodstream as triglycerides. This fat buildup makes the body less responsive to insulin, raises blood pressure, and damages the inside of blood vessels, leading to clogged arteries and heart attacks.
What the research says
1 studyPeople who drink a lot of sugary sodas and fruit drinks have a higher chance of getting heart disease, according to this big study. The more sugary drinks they consume, the higher their risk goes.
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