Sugar-Sweetened Beverages Consumption and Long-Term Side Effects on Nutrition and Health Outcomes in Pediatric Age Group Publisher

Summary: Research links sugary drinks to obesity, diabetes, and heart risks in kids, urging reduced consumption. #ChildHealth #Nutrition

Heidaribeni M¹ ; Rafie N² ; Akbarian SA² ; Kelishadi R¹
Source: Value-Added Ingredients and Enrichments of Beverages: Volume 14: The Science of Beverages Published:2019

Abstract

The sugar-sweetened beverages (SSB) intake has been associated with risks of some disorders including obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. SSBs contain some added or naturally derived caloric sweeteners including sucrose or high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) that might lead to metabolic disorders. Previously it seemed that SSBs lead to at least obesity and weight disorders. However, recently more epidemiological studies demonstrated the relationship between SSB consumption and long-term weight disorders, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular risk. SSBs contain high-added sugar with low satiety and lead to increased energy intake and finally weight disorders. Furthermore, SSBs contain a lot of carbohydrates including various sugar forms and HFCS which are absorbed quickly. Thus, SSBs in large quantities may increase the risk of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disorders (CVD), inflammation, insulin resistance, and impaired β-cell function. Fructose of SSBs increases blood pressure and develops the accumulation of visceral adiposity and dyslipidemia. It seems that consumption of SSBs is one of the reasons for increasing prevalence of obesity and some disorders in children. According to the findings, children who consume more SSBs also tend to eat more fast food and watch more television. SSBs consumption and long-term side effects on nutrition and health outcomes in pediatric age group are reviewed in the recent study. © 2019 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.