Warning on Sugar Consumption from Batman Provincial Health Directorate

The Batman Provincial Health Directorate drew attention to the negative effects of excessive sugar consumption on the occasion of September 19-25 World Sugar Consumption Awareness Week and called for a balanced diet.

Added Sugar Risk

Added sugar consumed unknowingly in daily nutrition can lead to excessive energy intake and an increased risk of various health problems.

Healthy Nutrition Recommendations

For a healthy and balanced diet, it is of great importance to choose water instead of sugary drinks and to read the labels of packaged and processed foods.

Call to Limit Consumption

While emphasizing that the consumption of products containing added sugar should be limited, it was stated that fresh fruits and vegetables should be preferred more in nutrition.