Relish Wellness Co. LLC

11/28/2024

10/01/2024

This time of year, as the seasons change, anxiety and seasonal depression especially are on the rise. While I would never suggest someone give up their PSL, I do believe in being an informed consumer.

Sugar is in more places and higher amounts than you may realize, having a profound impact on our mental health.
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Sometimes sugar shows up in places and in amounts that we don’t even realize and it can really add up...drinks are a good example of that!🥤

Why should we be concerned?

The average American adult consumes 77 grams of sugar per day. (And probably more if you’re starting your day with a drink like these 😳) The American Heart Association recommends no more 25-35 grams of added sugar for adults & 12-25 grams for kids.

Why is sugar a problem? It can contribute to:
Blood pressure issues
Diabetes
Cardiovascular issues
Fatty liver
Chronic inflammation
Hormonal imbalances
Weight gain
Acne
Insulin resistance
Depression
And more...

https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-eating/eat-smart/sugar/how-much-sugar-is-too-much
https://publications.aap.org/aapnews/news/7400?autologincheck=redirected?nfToken=00000000-0000-0000-0000-000000000000
https://www.health.harvard.edu/heart-health/the-sweet-danger-of-sugar
https://www.womenshealthnetwork.com/hormonal-imbalance/hormonal-imbalance-caused-by-sugar/
https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/does-diet-really-matter-when-it-comes-to-adult-acne-2020081920726
https://psychcentral.com/depression/why-sugar-is-dangerous-to-depression