Don't Overdo It, Here are 7 Side Effects of Drinking Too Much Syrup

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YOGYAKARTA - In many places in Indonesia, syrup is almost like a mandatory drink during Ramadan until Lebaran. Syrup is usually served with ice cubes, milk, or mixed with fruit so that it tastes better. No wonder if someone can drink several glasses of syrup in a day, especially when gathering with family.

However, behind the sweet and refreshing taste, syrup drinks contain quite a lot of sugar. If consumed too often or in excessive amounts, this habit can have a negative impact on health. Then, what are the effects of drinking too much syrup? This article will discuss some of the side effects you need to know.

7 Side Effects of Drinking Too Much Syrup

Quoted from various sources, the following are 7 side effects that can occur if you consume syrup drinks too often:

Increases the risk of diabetes

Excess sugar consumption can cause a spike in blood sugar levels. If it happens continuously, this condition can make the body resistant to insulin. In the long run, it can develop into type 2 diabetes.

Triggering weight gain and obesity

Syrup drinks usually contain simple sugars that are easily absorbed by the body. The calories from this sugar can accumulate without making the body feel full for longer. As a result, a person tends to eat more and weight increases.

Increases the risk of heart disease

Excess sugar in the body can increase triglyceride levels and blood pressure. This condition can also trigger chronic inflammation related to heart disease. If left in the long term, it can increase the risk of heart disease.

Causes fatty liver disease (NAFLD)

The sugar that enters the body will be broken down into glucose and fructose. Fructose that is consumed excessively will be processed by the liver and can trigger fat accumulation. Over time this condition can develop into fatty liver disease or non alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).

Accelerates skin aging

Excess sugar can affect skin health. Sugar molecules can stick to proteins in the skin, reducing its elasticity. As a result, the skin can look more wrinkled and lose its elasticity.

Causing tooth damage

Sugar is one of the main causes of cavities. Sugar residue from sugary drinks that sticks to the teeth will be used by bacteria to produce acid. The acid then damages the tooth enamel layer, triggering tooth decay.

Increases the risk of depression

Sweet drinks can affect dopamine and opioid levels in the brain that are related to pleasure. In the short term, sugar can indeed improve mood. However, if consumed excessively, hormone balance can be disrupted and potentially increase the risk of depression.

So is the discussion of the side effects of drinking too much syrup. Syrup drinks do feel refreshing, but excessive consumption can increase the risk of various health problems. So, it's okay to enjoy syrup drinks, but it still needs to be limited so that your body's health is maintained.

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