Not-so-sweet effects of sugar on our mental health
Recent studies suggest a strong link between high sugar consumption and an increased risk of depression and anxiety. With Malaysia having high per-capita sugar intake, health experts are concerned about the long-term mental health implications of these dietary habits.
Why it matters
Shifting the narrative of sugar consumption from purely physical health to mental well-being could influence public health policy and individual dietary choices.
On any given afternoon in Malaysia, the scene is familiar: A long meeting ends, energy dips and the mind feels foggy.
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