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 Should you avoid sugar to reduce your cancer risk? It’s a bit more complicated than a simple yes or no, and the idea that sugar feeds cancer is somewhat misunderstood.

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Pictured: Woman using lancet on finger for checking blood sugar level by glucose meter.

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CLEVELAND, OH (CLEVELAND CLINIC) - Cleveland Clinic researchers have been studying the effects of the sugar substitute “erythritol” on the body. And what they previously found is that it could put a person at risk for cardiovascular events, like a heart attack or stroke. Since then, they’ve conducted another study to confirm those findings.

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Doctors say loneliness can be a precursor for depression, so getting the chance to socialize with others can help improve a person's mood. It can also be beneficial to their cognition and physical health. He says it's okay to be sedentary once in a while, but if it's happening consistently it can have negative effects. For example, it can impact your blood pressure, cholesterol, and sugar levels.