Can reducing sugar intake during early childhood lower the risk of dementia later in life?

A new study published in the journal Neurology suggests that limiting sugar consumption during the first two years of life may be linked to a significantly lower risk of developing dementia in adulthood.

Researchers from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology analyzed data from more than 64,000 people in the United Kingdom, comparing those born during and after the era of sugar rationing. The findings indicate that individuals exposed to lower sugar intake early in life had a 21–23% lower risk of dementia, with some cases delayed by an average of 2.6 years.

However, experts caution that this is an observational study, meaning it identifies an association rather than proving that sugar directly causes or prevents dementia.

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Dementia remains a major health issue, with an estimated 57 million people impacted by it worldwide. A new research has now thrown light on how limited sugar intake in children up to age of two can cut dementia risk by 23%. 


Limiting sugar intake in toddlers may reduce dementia risk in future, study says

India has reportedly halted sugar exports until 2026, a move that is expected to significantly impact global sugar supply and prices. The decision comes amid efforts to ensure domestic availability and stabilize local markets.


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While Coca-Cola has yet to confirm the switch, saying only that “new innovative offerings” would be revealed soon, the prospect of a full-scale reformulation has rattled the corn industry.

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Life & Fun: Discover why you might be craving sugar constantly by exploring six potential nutrient deficiencies that could be influencing your sweet tooth and affecting your health.

Craving Sugar Constantly? These 6 Deficiencies Could Be The Reason Behind It

Life Fun: Discover the surprising effects of cutting out sugar for hours, including weight management, improved blood sugar levels, and better dental health in this insightful article.

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Quitting sugar for a week can lead to several noticeable changes in your body, particularly if you previously consumed a high amount of added sugar. Here’s what you might experience.


What Happens to Your Body When You Quit Sugar for a Week

PepsiCo and Coke bottlers in the West Bank are running out of cans and sugar, blocked by the prolonged closure of a Jordan border crossing, managers of two soda-bottling plants in the occupied Palestinian territory said.

Pepsi and Coke bottlers face can and sugar shortage in West Bank

The UK Sugar tax, officially the soft drinks industry levy, implemented in 2018, has proven transformative in combatting excessive sugar consumption according to reports. Aimed at reducing obesity and related health issues, the tax has reportedly led to significant dietary changes.

Sweet win for UK after Sugar ban

For the first time the National Institute of Nutrition in collaboration with the Indian Council of Medical Research has recommended thresholds for sugar content in packaged food and beverages. Watch in for more details!

ICMR proposes fresh dietary guidelines to limit sugar levels

In a first, the National Institute of Nutrition (NIN) under the health ministry backed Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has recommended revised dietary guidelines to maintain thresholds of sugar content in packaged foods and beverages. Watch in for more details!

A recent study has revealed alarming results of the health effects of neotame, a sugar substitute widely used in cakes, soft drinks, and chewing gum. Researchers have discovered that even small amounts of neotame consumption can lead to significant damage to the gut, resulting in various health issues.

New study reveals health risks of neotame, a common sugar substitute used in cakes

The Consumer Affairs Ministry of India has ordered regulator FSSAI to probe the claims of Nestle adding sugar to baby products. Is Nestle India in trouble?

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There's no sugar-coating it: chocolate prices are going up. Why? Because of rising cocoa costs from adverse weather, which is biting into chocolate. Will vanila face the same crisis?

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EU negotiators on Monday (March 4) reached an agreement to ban the use of single-use plastics in cafes and restaurants, starting in 2030. This decision was taken as part of new regulations aimed at reducing packaging waste across the bloc.

EU to ban single-use plastic in cafes and restaurants by 2030

World cocoa prices reached historic highs on Thursday as traders scrambled to secure supplies, anticipating widening deficits for the ongoing season and expressing growing concerns for the future.

Cocoa prices skyrocket to unprecedented highs amid global supply concerns

Global sugar prices soared to their highest level in almost 13 years in September due to the El Nino weather phenomenon in India and Thailand, the UN food agency said on Friday (Oct 6), while noting that the overall food index was mostly stable nevertheless.

World sugar prices hit 13-year high in Sep due to El Nino; food price index 'mostly stable': FAO

Brazil has offered to share its ethanol manufacturing technology with India, in an attempt to put an end to their long-running disagreements over the sugar industry, the Financial Express reported on Monday.

Brazil to offer India ethanol technology to resolve ongoing sugar dispute: Report

In what may be a setback for India’s net zero ambitions; India has stepped up the use of coal for electricity. This is in a bid to stop outages caused by lower hydroelectricity output, even as renewable struggle to fulfil the power demand.

India’s coal use surges as power demand rises

The Pakistan government has now opted to import nearly 1 million metric tonnes of sugar in order to restock the country's pared supply after being duped by sugar mill owners about a "sufficient" domestic stock, as per Geo News reports.

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After India restricted exports of non-basmati rice in an effort to regulate domestic prices, traders are concerned that exports of sugar, another key crop, may also be at risk, according to a Bloomberg report.

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Sugarcane growers in India's top producing states are worried scanty rainfall during the crop's crucial growth period could trim yields and reduce sugar output in the upcoming season, farmers and industry as per reports.

Scanty rains diminish India's sugar output, export prospects

A new study has found that obesity is likely to damage the ability of the brain to recognise the sensation of fullness of the stomach and to detect satisfaction after consuming sugars and fats.

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