Simple Sugars and Elevated triglycerides levels Pose Risk for Heart Disease

By Lisa Nelson, Health Pro Saturday, February 21, 2009

Your simple sugar intake has a direct impact on triglyceride levels.  Elevated triglycerides levels are an independent risk factor for heart disease.

 

Avoid foods that contain a high concentration of simple sugars.  Here are examples of foods to strictly limit:

 

Soft drinks, candy, baked goods, syrup, table sugar, jelly, and honey

 

FYI - A high intake of fruit juice can also raise triglyceride levels since it contains a high content of natural sugars.

 

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By Lisa Nelson, Health Pro— Last Modified: 06/28/11, First Published: 02/21/09