We use sugar a lot in our lives, but as much as it enhances the taste, it is equally dangerous for us. Let us tell you till what age children should not be fed sugar?

Every parent wants their child to be healthy, active, and smart. For this, they leave no stone unturned in feeding nutritious food, milk and taking every kind of care. But do you know that a small mistake can weaken the child's brain development? This mistake is giving too much sugar at an early age. Most people think that feeding sweets to children is not bad, but many people add sugar to milk while feeding it. But health experts say that this habit can have a bad effect on the child's brain in the long run. According to research, excess sugar not only stops brain growth, but the child can also become weak in studies and fail to concentrate. Let's know what doctors and science say on this.

Why is too much sugar dangerous?

The brain grows rapidly during childhood and consuming too much sugar at this time affects its growth. According to a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, giving added sugar to children under the age of 2 can reduce their memory, focus and learning ability.

What does the doctor say?

Pediatrician Dr Ravi Malik says that giving sugar to children from the beginning spoils their eating habits. If the child develops a sweet taste, he will want sugar in everything and will ignore nuts, pulses and healthy things. Due to this, his nutritional balance can be disturbed.

Which foods contain more sugar?

• Packaged juices and soft drinks
• Candy, Chocolate and Biscuits
• Sweet breads and cakes
• Cereal with sugar

Many times parents think that juice or energy drinks are healthy, but they contain a lot of sugar, which harms the brain of children.

What effect does it have on the brain?

• Lack of concentration: The child is unable to focus on studies.
• Weakening of memory: Excess sugar reduces the efficiency of brain cells.
• Mood swings: The child may become irritable or angry.

How much sugar is safe?

According to WHO, children under 5 years of age should not be given more than 25 grams of sugar daily. Try not to give added sugar to children at all till the age of 2 years.

What should we feed our children?

• Give whole fruits instead of juice.
• Give dry fruits instead of sweet snacks.

Give homemade healthy food, avoid packaged food. If you want your child to be a genius and healthy, then keep him away from sugar at least for the first 2 years. This is necessary for his mental development and learning ability. Remember, less sweet, stronger health.