Dangers of Fructose

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Need another reason to complain about high fructose corn syrup? Here it is: According to Duke University Medical Center, HFCS is now associated with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. "What?!" you say. Yes, the mechanism for fructose metabolism requires ATP. APT is a critical molecule that provides liver cells with energy. High fructose consumption increases the risk of depleting the liver’s supply of ATP.

(By high fructose consumption, I am actually referring to all fructose including that found in fruit and fruit juices, table sugar and mostly fructose contained in sweetened beverages.)

Chronic high consumption of fructose, especially in those who are obese and/or have diabetes takes a great toll on the liver. Without the energy the liver needs, inflammation and scarring can occur. This can lead to cirrhosis even in the absence of alcohol. Compound that with obesity which often results in insulin resistance, and now you have a double whammy.  
Bottom line, excessive fructose consumption can lead to liver damage.
Many sugar-sweetened beverages use high fructose corn syrup. Who knew that soft drinks could be as bad for your liver as hard alcohol? Cut back on these drinks and save your liver.
Just for your information, in this case referring to liver damage, sugar is not a better choice. Sugar is made of glucose and fructose. Maybe we should consider reducing all added sweeteners including artificial…but that is another story.

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