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Sugar has a bad reputation, but it is a vital source of energy and is necessary for our survival. Naturally, not all sugars are affected equally. Fruits and vegetables, as well as dairy-rich foods, contain natural sugars that we don't have to worry about because these foods also contain important nutrients such as fiber and calcium. Added sugars, on the other hand, which are frequently found in processed foods, are something we do need to reduce. Unfortunately, the majority of us still consume far too much of them. So What does added sugar do to our body? Eating too many foods that contain added sugar can lead to health problems. Excessive added sugar consumption can raise the risk of heart disease. Your teeth are also in danger because sugar allowing bacteria to multiply and grow which promotes tooth decay. Although there is no single cause for being overweight or obese, added sugar does play a role. When you eat sugar-sweetened foods, it's easy to consume extra, unnecessary calories. While That been said, What can be done to reduce sugar consumption? you can try to Remove tempting sugary foods from your kitchen and replace them with healthy and nutritious snacks. Attempt to Cut out sugary drinks & reduce added sugar in hot drinks. the goal is to limit the added sugar to zero! when you go shopping, read the labels to see if there's any added sugar. if there is, find a healthier alternative. instead of using white sugar, Use natural sweeteners - dates, honey, fresh and dried fruits, maple syrup