Too much sugar causes energy crashes, cravings, mood swings, and belly fat. It also **disrupts hormones** and can lead to **insulin resistance**, leaving you tired and hungry. “Sugar sag,” caused by sugar damaging collagen and elastin, leads to **wrinkles and dull skin**. As the article warns: *“Sugar sag is a real and preventable phenomenon.”*
High sugar intake can also hurt your mental health, causing **anxiety, depression, and brain fog**. Balancing meals with **protein, fiber, and healthy fats** can improve energy and mood.
In more serious cases, sugar may damage nerves, leading to **tingling or numbness**—early signs of **prediabetes or diabetes**. Early changes in diet and lifestyle can help reverse this.
To break free from sugar’s grip, try a **sugar reset**: cut added sugars, read labels, stay hydrated, sleep well, and move regularly. With awareness and small changes, you can improve your **skin, energy, mood, and long-term health**.
