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Date Posted: 17:56:43 07/24/02 Wed
Author: Laura Richard
Subject: AHA's New Statement on Sugar & Heart Disease

Hello LC Friends,

The new July 23 issue of "Circulation: The Journal of The American Heart Association" is out with a very interesting scientific statement from the AHA entitled "Sugar and Cardiovascular Disease: A Statement for Healthcare Professionals From the Committee on Nutrition of the Council on Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Metabolism of the American Heart Association." It reviews studies relevant to the issue of sugar consumption (both pro and con) and briefly explores its connection to cardiovascular disease (CVD) . While the overall statement attempts to straddle the fence a bit, there are some statements in the conclusion section that might indicate they are starting to get it.

They begin the conclusion section by pointing out that long-term data relating sugar consumption to the development of CVD are unavailable. However, they continue by clearly stating that "....shorter-term studies show consistent adverse effects of sugar consumption on HDL and triglyceride levels, which could accelerate atherosclerosis. High sugar consumption may worsen diabetes control, and the combination of sugar with protein and fats promotes formation of dietary AGEs, which may be especially detrimental to those with diabetes. Although increasing the amount of sugar in an isocaloric diet does not directly lead to changes in energy expenditure or weight gain in controlled feeding studies, high-sugar foods, which are sweet and calorie dense, may increase calorie consumption and lead to weight gain."

They continue, "Furthermore, replacement of whole foods with high-sugar foods compromises attainment of adequate dietary vitamin and mineral intake from whole food sources." They also point out that "No data suggest that sugar intake per se is advantageous, and some data suggest it may be detrimental. The studies above, taken in total, indicate that high sugar intake should be avoided. Sugar has no nutritional value other than to provide calories. To improve the overall nutrient density of the diet and to help reduce the intake of excess calories, individuals should be sure foods high in added sugar are not displacing foods with essential nutrients or increasing calorie intake."


OK, so they have some work to do until they really get it but they are getting closer. At least they admit that sugar is an issue which indicates their denial might be breaking down?

To read the full statement, go here:
http://circ.ahajournals.org/cgi/content/full/106/4/523#SEC11

This study is included in my low carb research database at my web site along with over 100 additional links to LC research that provides you with the information you need to educate your family, friends, physicians and other health care providers about the benefits of LCing. This collection includes prestigious sources such as Harvard University, Johns Hopkins, and Stanford University and major scientific publications such as American Journal of Clinical Nutrition and the Journal of the American Medical Association.

To access the collection, go to my web site at www.lowcarbsuccess.net and click on the RESEARCH button.

Happy reading!

Laura Richard
Author of The Secret to Low Carb Success: How To Get The Most Out Of Your Low Carbohydrate Diet
www.lowcarbsuccess.net
Available through The Low Carb Diet Support Group bookstore

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