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Major health organizations to issue sugar restriction guidelines for children under 3 by end of 2025?
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Study Finds Early Sugar Restriction Reduces Risk of Chronic Diseases by 35%
Oct 31, 2024, 08:30 PM
A recent study has found that limiting sugar intake during the first 1,000 days of life significantly reduces the risk of developing chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension later in life. The research, which analyzed historical data from the United Kingdom, revealed that individuals conceived or born during the sugar rationing period after World War II had a notably lower incidence of these conditions, with a 35% lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The study highlights the long-term health benefits of restricting sugar consumption during early childhood and pregnancy, suggesting that early dietary interventions can have lasting impacts on health outcomes.
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