THEThe consumption of sugary drinks is responsible for 2.2 million new cases of type 2 diabetes and 1.2 million cardiovascular diseases every year in the world. The research, based on the analysis of global data and published on the pages of the magazine Nature Medicinehighlights a particularly serious impact in low and medium income countries where the percentage of new cases attributable to these drinks exceeds 20%.
The global impact of sugary drinks
The scientists of the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy. By analyzing the consumption of sugary drinks in 184 countries and using data on almost 3 million people, the research showed that the Risk is higher between men, young people and those who live in the city.
The phenomenon has been particularly alarming in Latin America and Africa, where consumption is growing and resources to face chronic diseases are limited.
More affected countries and need for intervention
Mexico, Colombia and South Africa record the highest rates of diabetes linked to sugary drinks, with 48% of the new cases of diabetes in Colombia attributable to these eating habits. To stem the problem, experts ask for urgent measures as tax on sugary drinks (Sugar Tax), advertising restrictions and awareness campaigns to reduce consumption and prevent chronic diseases.
The risk is higher between men, young people and those who live in the city (Getty Images)
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