Damage to Mitochondria and Metabolic Diseases

Consuming sugar and foods that quickly turn into sugar, like refined carbohydrates, can lead to damage to the mitochondria. This mitochondrial dysfunction is linked to various metabolic diseases, including cardiovascular disease, cancer, Alzheimer's, kidney and liver disease. Dysfunctional mitochondria result in a lack of energy production, oxidative stress, DNA mutations, and decreased numbers of mitochondria. Sugar consumption also inhibits the recycling of damaged mitochondria, leading to further complications.