9 reasons to cut back on sugar, according to experts

You’ve probably been hearing for years that you should cut down on sugar.

Well, when experts say ‘cut out sugar,’ they don’t mean all sugar. That would not only be nearly impossible, but it would be harmful, because we actually need some sugar to power our bodies.

What experts mean is cutting back on specific kinds of sugars, like refined and processed sugars, typically sucrose. We’re talking the sweet stuff you find in cookies, donuts, baked goods, cocktails, syrups, cereals, and pretty much anything that comes in a packaged box with a long list of ingredients.

Cutting down on those kinds of sugars can have numerous benefits, and not just direct health benefits. It can also lead to improved sleep and productivity, and it might even save you money.

We asked health professionals to list some compelling reasons you might want to rethink a high-sugar diet. Here are some of the reasons they listed.