HOW DOES SUGAR AFFECT YOUR CHOLESTEROL?
The impact of sugar on cholesterol levels is significant. Studies have shown that excessive sugar intake contributes to elevated cholesterol levels, particularly increasing markers associated with cardiovascular diseases. Consuming high amounts of added sugar has been linked to reduced levels of ‘good’ cholesterol, known as high-density lipoprotein (HDL). HDL plays a crucial role in transporting excess ‘bad’ cholesterol, or low-density lipoprotein (LDL), to the liver.
