Can too much sugar affect the nervous system?
What you might not realize is that excess sugar in the brain can impair both our nervous system, cognitive skills and self-control. This causes more intense cravings for more sugar. The more sugar you crave and consume can have negative effects on the rest of your body.
What diseases can be caused by a high intake of sugar?
Consumption of added sugars has been implicated in increased risk of a variety of chronic diseases including obesity, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) as well as cognitive decline and even some cancers.
How does sugar affect the nerves?
Researchers think that over time, uncontrolled high blood sugar damages nerves and interferes with their ability to send signals, leading to diabetic neuropathy. High blood sugar also weakens the walls of the small blood vessels (capillaries) that supply the nerves with oxygen and nutrients.
What happens when you keep eating a lot of sugar?
Eating too much added sugar can have many negative health effects. An excess of sweetened foods and beverages can lead to weight gain, blood sugar problems and an increased risk of heart disease, among other dangerous conditions.
What are the symptoms of too much sugar in the body?
What are the symptoms of sugar overload?
- Headaches.
- Irritability.
- Fatigue and difficulty concentrating.
- Feeling jittery or anxious.
- Feeling shaky or dizzy.
- Hunger.
- Bloating.
What are the signs of too much sugar in the body?
What are the symptoms of high sugar in the body?
If your blood sugar level is too high, you may experience:
- Increased thirst.
- Frequent urination.
- Fatigue.
- Nausea and vomiting.
- Shortness of breath.
- Stomach pain.
- Fruity breath odor.
- A very dry mouth.
How does sugar affect the nervous system?
The initial response to sugar is in the brain (fuel then with over consumption can cause inflammation in the brain). The nervous system controls EVERY FUNCTION of the human body and therefore making sure it’s fed the proper nutrients to help it thrive and avoiding what doesn’t is key to being healthy overall.
What are the health risks of sugar?
Consuming too much added sugar can raise blood pressure and increase chronic inflammation, both of which are pathological pathways to heart disease.
Can a high sugar diet cause depression and anxiety?
This sudden crash in our blood sugar levels leads to low mood, feeling anxious and stressed. A study at Emory University School of Medicine revealed that a high-sugar diet leads to depression and anxiety-like behaviour, with teenagers being the most susceptible. At Chiropractic Central, we love to optimize nervous system and brain function.
Does a high sugar/carbohydrate diet cause inflammation?
My goal with these articles is to look at the correlation between a high sugar/carbohydrate diet and how it affects the brain and nervous system and causes an inflammatory response in the entire body. The initial response to sugar is in the brain (fuel then with over consumption can cause inflammation in the brain).