1. Sugar can lead to weight gain and obesity
When sugar is consumed in excess, it interferes with your hormones, leading to weight gain. In 2012, 70 per cent of men, 56 per cent of women and 25% of children in Australia were overweight or obese according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). The burden of excess weight is not just on organs and skeletal system; it weighs heavy on emotional health and self-esteem.