Sugar can contribute to weight gain and obesity.

Sugar can raise adrenaline levels in children.

Sugar can cause crankiness in children

Sugar can lead to periodontal disease.

Sugar can speed the aging process, causing wrinkles and gray hair.

Sugar can upset the body's mineral balance.

Sugar can cause hypoglycemia.

Sugar can increase the risk of coronary heart disease.

Sugar may lead to chromium deficiency.

Sugar can cause copper deficiency.

Sugar can compromise the lining of your capillaries.

Sugar can make your tendons more brittle.

Sugar can cause headaches, including migraines.

Sugar can increase your risk of gout.

Sugar can increase your risk of Alzheimer’s disease.

Sugar can cause toxemia during pregnancy.

Sugar can cause hemorrhoids.

Sugar can cause varicose veins.

Sugar can cause gallstones.

Sugar causes food allergies.

Sugar can reduce helpful high density cholesterol (HDLs).

Sugar can promote an elevation of harmful cholesterol (LDLs).

High intake of sugar increases the risk of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.

Sugar can contribute to osteoporosis.

Sugar can cause a decrease in insulin sensitivity.

Sugar can produce a significant rise in triglycerides.

Sugar can cause appendicitis.

Sugar leads to decreased glucose tolerance.

Sugar can cause cardiovascular disease.

Sugar can increase risk of blood clots and strokes because it increases the adhesiveness of platelets.

Sugar can lead to dizziness.