6. Fat is not good, but sugar is the real problem
Unlike sugar, fat has a minimal direct influence on blood glucose levels. Also, sugar is high in calories but has no nutrients. This is called “empty calories”. Sugar also quickly raises blood glucose levels, which is another reason we should avoid it.
Sometimes when we want to have a snack in the middle of the day, we immediately think of something sweet, such as biscuits or cookies. But this is not healthy, and you should reduce your sugar intake as much as you can.
If you usually consume more calories than you need, you will gain weight, and obesity is a predictor of heart problems. Eating fat in moderation is okay and will not affect your health negatively.
So, if you eat sugar, tell your cardiologist beforehand in case they don’t ask you. Besides checking the cholesterol levels at the next blood test, it is recommended to also check the insulin and A1C levels since diabetes is closely related to heart problems.
