Less Sugar in First 1,000 Days of Life Protects Against Chronic Disease, Study Finds

A new study indicates that reducing sugar intake during the first 1,000 days of life can significantly lower the risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure in adulthood, The Guardian reported yesterday.

Research involving 60,000 UK adults found that adhering to low-sugar guidelines led to a 35% reduction in type 2 diabetes rates and a 20% decrease in high blood pressure. Those exposed to lower sugar levels in utero and as infants experienced delays in the onset of these diseases by four and two years, respectively.

The study emphasizes the importance of early nutritional interventions and calls for improved regulations on added sugars in baby foods to promote healthier dietary practices from infancy.