Rising Temperatures Increase America’s Sugar Consumption


Rising Temperatures Increase America’s Sugar Consumption

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Rising Temperatures Increase America’s Sugar Consumption

A new study shows global warming affects Americans. It seems it is making people eat more sugar. People are drinking more sweet drinks and eating frozen treats.

The scientists say climate change changes how we eat. This change may be bad for our health. When it is hot, people drink more sweet drinks, causing problems.

Researchers looked at weather and shopping. They saw sugar use went up when it was hot. People ate more sugar until it got too hot, above 86 degrees.

The study found poorer people drink more sweet drinks. One more sugary drink raises diabetes risk. Hot weather makes people thirsty, which adds to obesity.

The study shows some groups are more affected. People with less money eat more sugar in heat. This is a concern because it makes health problems worse.


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How does global warming affect Americans?

It seems it is making people eat more sugar.

What happens to people's eating habits when it is hot?

People drink more sweet drinks and eat frozen treats.

Who is more affected by the increase in sugar consumption?

People with less money eat more sugar in heat.


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