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UK Study Links Early-Life Sugar Restriction to Lower Dementia Risk in Adulthood
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First reported by Ynet · 9 hours ago
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A UK study found that children exposed to sugar rationing between 1945 and 1953 had a lower risk of dementia in adulthood, though experts caution the findings show correlation, not causation. Experts recommend limiting sugar intake and promoting balanced diets without strict prohibitions.
- 01A UK study links early-life sugar rationing (1945-1953) to reduced dementia risk in adulthood.
- 02The study is observational and shows correlation, not causation, warns Prof. Eitan Friedman.
- 03Friedman advises minimizing sugar intake, especially ultra-processed sugars, for children.
- 04He stresses sugar is not inherently harmful but contains many empty calories.
- 05Parents should focus on balanced diets and healthy eating habits rather than strict bans.
- 06Avoiding extremes in sugar and other foods is key to long-term nutritional health.
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