The common foods that increase your risk of pre-diabetes

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"Ultra-processed food consumption will boost young people's risks of developing pre-diabetes and elevated blood sugar levels, according to new research. In a recently published study, scientists have found that just a slight increase in the consumption of fast food, packaged snacks, and food and drink high in sodium, sugar, and unhealthy fats can put someone at a far greater risk of pre-diabetes. In the UK, half of an average Briton's diet consists of ultra-processed foods (UPFs). For adolescents, it is closer to two-thirds."

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are prevalent in UK diets, making up about half of an average adult's intake and nearly two-thirds for adolescents. Small increases in consumption of fast food, packaged snacks, and items high in sodium, sugar, and unhealthy fats are associated with substantially higher risk of pre-diabetes and elevated blood sugar. A longitudinal study tracked 85 young adults aged 17–22 over four years and analysed UPF consumption and health markers. Young adulthood is identified as a critical window for early intervention to prevent pre-diabetes and long-term metabolic risk.

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