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Top Six Reasons Why To Consider Ditching Sugar

 

We all know that kids shouldn’t consume large amounts of sugar for obvious reasons. But, can you name those reasons besides the extra jitteriness before bedtime? Take a look at a few reasons why excess sugar can be particularly harmful to kids and even grown adults.

“Kids love sugar, so do adults for that matter, but is it good for anyone? As yummy as it tastes, sugar is “the devil”. If you’ve been a parent for a while you’ve likely experienced your child “high” on sugar only to crash and burn later. It isn’t fun for you or them. But did you also know that sugar is devastating to your immune system? It opens the door for infections, and no one enjoys getting sick,” says Dr. Vikki Petersen.

Dr. Petersen, certifi...