SUGARY DRINKS AND ITS HEALTH EFFECT

Introduction
The urbanization and economic development in Nigeria have brought about a dietary transition from a traditional to a westernized diet, where the quality and quantity of food have changed. Youngsters consume sugary drinks in breath-taking quantities and are often unaware of the health hazards of the excess consumption.
Despite nutritional information being available on each can of soft drink, both the young and the old continue to consume many litres of soft drink, irrespective of the fact that soft drinks have no nutritional value, except for its high calorie content.
The most common health effects associated with increased soft drink consumption are obesity, diabetes, tooth decay, osteoporosis and bone fractures, nutritional deficiencies, heart diseases, addictions, eating disorders, neurotransmitter dysfunctions and neurological disorders 

Fast facts about sugary drinks
* Excess sugar (approximately 16 teaspoons of sugar)
* Excess calories
* Link to diabetes
* Link to obesity
* Additional health problems

Reasons why people take sugary drinks
* Quenching thirst
* Better than food
* Boredom
* Allowed at home or school
* Peer pressure
* Perceived benefits of drinks
* Too young to worry

Factors associated with consumption of sugary drinks
Personal Factors
* Age
* Race 
* Gender
* Preference
* Knowledge

Socio – Environmental Factors
* Soft drink consumption of family and friends
* Easy availability of soft drinks
* Fast food purchasing habits of the learners
* Influence of advertising on soft drink consumption

Behavioural Factors
* Frequent snacking habits of the learners
* Meal skipping habits of the learners
* Television viewing habits of the learners
* Level of physical activity of the learners

Effects of increased sugary drinks consumption
* Dental Diseases: Dental caries, Dental erosion, Stained teeth
* Overweight and Obesity 
* Liver diseases: Non – alcoholic fatty liver disease, Liver cirrhosis
* Hypertension
* Bone Diseases: Osteoporosis
* Diabetes: Type 2 diabetes
* Kidney Diseases: Chronic kidney disease
* Cancer: Pancreatic cancer
* Gastro-intestinal distress: Gastric inflammation
* Heartburn and Acid reflux
* Neurological and Emotional disorders
* Caffeine addiction
Adeyemi Omoge, founder of 3Ps Health Initiative International, Nigeria, is a Public Health Specialist committed to improving healthcare access and literacy for underserved populations. He has led impactful campaigns on disease prevention, reproductive health, and maternal and child health, benefiting thousands. He holds an MBA in Hospital Administration (JSS Academy, India), an MPH in Epidemiology and Research (University of Nicosia, Cyprus), an MPH in Disaster Management (University of Oviedo, Spain), and an MBA in Project and Human Resources Management (Academy Europe, Germany), alongside a B.Sc. in Public Health (Adeleke University, Nigeria) and other public health certifications. Adeyemi has published over 15 research papers and is an active member of organisations such as the International Society of Substance Use Professionals (UK) and the World Federation Against Drugs (Sweden). He has earned awards like the ALMA Malaria Youth Ambassador Award and scholarships including Erasmus Mundus, Commonwealth, and iLearn. Passionate about mentoring, capacity building, and public health, Adeyemi continues to inspire and contribute globally.

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