Dangers of Consuming Foods High in Sugar

Various foods and drinks that we consume every day, even those that are not sweet contain hidden sugar, or what is known as

"hidden sugar."

So far, sugar has been considered empty calories, only adding calories without making any beneficial contributions to the body. According to the WHO, sugar consumption for adults is 50 grams a day, or 4 tablespoons per day, so we should be wise in consuming it. Even eating excess rice can be a problem for those who have a history of diabetes or diabetes.

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Rice is a food that has a high glycemic index, its effect on blood sugar is very fast, so it is important for us to measure the consumption of rice so we don't overdo it. Without realizing it, there are many hidden impacts, one of which is triggering diabetes.

Diabetes is a metabolic disease characterized by blood sugar levels exceeding above normal. The cause is the inability of the pancreas to produce insulin or the action of insulin. This does not include patients who are obese due to poor eating patterns, which causes fat to build up in the body.

Nowadays fast food also continues to appear for practicality reasons. However, this is also the cause of regenerative diseases.

There are several simple steps we can take to minimize hidden sugar consumption. Firstly, by paying attention to food portions.

Second, don't be fooled by the healthy label. There are many products on the market that are labeled low fat. Even though these products usually contain high sugar.

So, get used to looking at the nutritional composition of the food you buy. No less important is a combination of food with sufficient water consumption, as well as food that is rich in fiber and nutrients.

Consume food with the concept of simplicity, as taught by the Rasulullah, namely by eating foods that Allah SWT created, without further processing, such as fruit.

In principle, actually all the sugar found in fruit is safe, that's what I understand, including when we talk about sugar, which is also found in honey. When we talk about original ingredients like this, we also need to be alert, or need to be careful. Because, for example, dates, they also contain sugar, they can cause diabetes if you consume too many dates. But because the original form is still present in the food ingredients, then actually there is no problem.

So fruit yes, or maybe dates, or honey, like that. Yes, as long as it is still in its original form, God willing, it is safe.

Greetings always compact.

By @midiagam