Consuming Too Much Fructose In Pregnancy Linked to Poor Birth Outcome!

Consuming too much fructose has previously been linked to diabetes and obesity, but for expectant mothers, it could also lead to placental and fetal defects. This is according to a new study published in the journal Scientific Reports.

Poor fetal, maternal outcomes linked to high-fructose diet in pregnancy. Honor Whiteman. Medical News Today. May 5, 2016. http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/309976.php

Different Sugars Are Not All The Same!

"Because fructose does not stimulate insulin — beginning the cascade of hormonal responses that end in feelings of fullness — high levels of fructose may not be as satisfying as glucose, leading people to eat more to feel satisfied."

Diet and nutrition is more complex than a simple sugar. Science News. Bethany Brookshire. May 26, 2015. https://www.sciencenews.org/blog/scicurious/diet-and-nutrition-more-complex-simple-sugar