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The link between sugar and mental illnesses

Regular consumption of meals high in sugar can affect your brain increasing your risk of developing mental illnesses and mood disorders like depression.

We all know how diet affects your physical health, but did you know that it can have lasting effects on your mental health too?  Regular consumption of meals high in sugar can affect your brain increasing your risk of developing mental illnesses and mood disorders like depression.

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