Sugar has been public enemy No. 1 for a few years. Sugar intake—by way of sugars added to processed and refined foods—is a significant contributor to several contemporary health issues. Type 2 diabetes, obesity, heart disease risk, and more can all be influenced by sugar intake. High sugar intake may also influence pain and cause mobility issues by triggering inflammation.
The good news is that most people are getting the message. A survey by the International Food Information Council Foundation found that 70 percent of Americans have cut back on foods with added sugars. And while people may be eating fewer candies, chocolates, and cupcakes, added sugars are lurking in a lot of unexpected places.
