Natasha R Marak* and Arya Parashar

Department of Food Science and Nutrition, College of Community Science, Central Agricultural University (Imphal), Sangsanggre, Meghalaya, India

*Corresponding Author: Natasha R Marak, Department of Food Science and Nutrition, College of Community Science, Central Agricultural University (Imphal), Sangsanggre, Meghalaya, India.

Received: July 01, 2025; Published: July 17, 2025

Abstract

Due to sugar’s widespread use in modern diets, a number of major health issues, including as obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and mental health disorders, have been silently exacerbated. By highlighting sugar’s detrimental effects and arguing for stronger regulation measures, this essay seeks to rethink the role sugar plays in modern health. This article, which starts with a brief history, examines how sugar became more and more common in ordinary meals and how it was frequently hidden in processed goods. To show how pervasive sugar is in modern diets, current patterns in consumption are analyzed on a local and worldwide scale. Reviewing epidemiological studies and neurological research, the health effects of high sugar consumption are explored, emphasizing its connections to metabolic syndrome, obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular illnesses, and addiction. The article analyzes the current regulatory environments while examining the addictive qualities of sugar and drawing parallels with other restricted drugs like alcohol and tobacco. Case studies illustrating the effectiveness of sugar limits in different areas highlight the possible advantages of more stringent policies. According to the paper, tighter sugar laws might have a major positive impact on public health as well as have financial advantages, such as lower medical expenses. Insights from regulation initiatives on alcohol and tobacco are used to address potential implementation concerns, obstacles pertaining to personal responsibility, and economic repercussions on the food business.

Methodology This paper adopts a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to examine the health implications of sugar consumption and evaluate policy responses. The methodology integrates an extensive review of peer-reviewed academic literature, government and institutional reports, and data from reputable public health organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and national health surveys. A systematic literature review is conducted to identify patterns and correlations between sugar intake and a range of non-communicable diseases, including obesity, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and dental caries. Quantitative analysis of sugar consumption trends across different demographics is carried out using data sets from national nutrition monitoring systems and household expenditure surveys. This analysis helps to identify at-risk populations and assess the socio-economic and geographic distribution of sugar-related health burdens. To contextualize the health risks, this study employs a comparative framework, drawing parallels between sugar and other regulated substances such as alcohol and tobacco. This involves a review of risk assessment models, addiction literature, and public health intervention outcomes associated with these substances. Furthermore, the methodology includes case study analysis of real-world sugar regulation policies implemented in various countries. Examples such as sugar taxes in Mexico, warning labels in Chile, and reformulation initiatives in the United Kingdom are examined to assess the effectiveness and challenges of policy interventions. These case studies serve to inform evidence-based recommendations for reducing excessive sugar consumption and mitigating its health impacts.

Keywords: Silent Sweet Saboteur; Reevaluating Sugar’s; Modern Health

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