Reducing "dang" causes a change in weight.

"Was it really this much?"... When I reduced 'this food,' did my weight change significantly?

 

 

 

Eating a lot of sugar causes the excess sugar to be converted into fat and accumulate in the body, leading to obesity. It also causes blood sugar levels to spike, increasing the risk of developing diabetes. There is also a possibility of developing attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

 

The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety announced on the 24th the revision and notification of the 'Standards for Labeling of Food and Food Products,' stating that foods emphasizing 'no sugar' or 'sugar-free' must accurately indicate whether they contain sweeteners and their caloric content.

Products labeled 'unsweetened' may be mistaken or confused with being less sweet and lower in calories, which could be perceived as healthier.

There is a growing awareness that we need to further reduce sweet foods.

How does sugar affect health?

 

It's unsweetened... Which products contain sugar and have high calories?

 

Recently, instead of sugars like sugar, sweeteners are being used, such as 'Zero Sugar', 'No Sugar',

Products emphasizing "unsweetened" are being released.

However, this does not mean that the sugar is in a 'zero (0)' state.

If the sugar content is less than 0.5g per 100g (ml) of the food, it can be emphasized as 'sugar-free'.

Similar expressions include 'sugar-free', 'zero sugar', and 'no sugar'. Frequently consuming these products may lead to the accumulation of sugar and calories in the body, increasing the risk of weight gain.

 

Therefore, starting from January 2026, the government will require foods containing sweeteners instead of sugars to display labels such as 'Zero Sugar,' 'Sugar-Free,' or 'Unsweetened,' along with a 'Contains Sweeteners' label and calorie information.

In other words, the existing Zero Sugar should be labeled as Zero Sugar (contains sweeteners, 000 kcal), Zero Sugar (contains sweeteners, not a product with reduced calories), etc.

Furthermore, in response to the criticism that it is difficult to understand the purpose of food additives based solely on their names,

Name and purpose: 'Sodium saccharin (sweetener)'

It has been required to also indicate together with substances like aspartame (sweetener).

 

 

I ate a lot of sweets... gained weight, and now at risk of diabetes and ADHD

 

Eating a lot of sugar causes the excess sugar to be converted into fat and accumulate in the body, leading to obesity. It also causes blood sugar levels to spike, increasing the risk of developing diabetes.

There is also a possibility of developing Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). It is believed that, in addition to genetics and the environment, excessive intake of flavor enhancers, sweeteners, refined sugar, artificial colors, and caffeine are causes.

ADHD is characterized by constant movement, touching everything, and often accompanied by symptoms of attention deficit. It can affect not only children but also adults.

 

It is the body's and brain's energy source... but eating a lot makes you gain weight.

 

Sugar supplies energy (4 kcal per gram) to the body and provides glucose that aids brain activity. Especially in the morning, since glucose is almost depleted during sleep, carbohydrates (glucose) must be consumed through meals. However, overeating is problematic. Excess sugar is partially stored in the liver and muscles as glycogen, but the rest is converted into fat, which leads to weight gain.

 

Even natural foods contain sugar... "Always check the ingredient list on processed foods"

 

The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends that sugar intake should be within 10% of total calorie intake, and for a 2000 kcal diet, sugar should be limited to 50g. Natural foods also contain sugar. Fruits, honey, sweet potatoes, pumpkin, corn, etc. (per 100g: strawberries: 3g, milk: 4g, tomatoes: 5g). Natural foods with a sweet taste tend to contain more sugar.

 

Processed foods contain a lot of hidden sugars added to produce sweetness. When choosing processed foods, you need to identify the hidden sugars. It is better to eat less sweet foods like ice cream, cookies, and cakes, and instead of fruit juice, opt for fruits; and instead of snacks, choose vegetables or fruits.

 

Always check the nutrition label when purchasing processed foods and choose products with low sugar content. Even if you avoid meat fat and greasy foods, liking sweet foods can lead to weight gain and health deterioration.