Does sugar make children hyper?
This is an extremely common myth but it isn't true.
The effect is believed to be psychological - the environments that children consume sugar are usually filled with excitement (birthdays for example). This causes an association with sugar and hyperactivity.
Children are also aware of the "sugar high" and may feel inclined to act hyper (through placebo) or use it as an excuse to act wild.
Several scientific studies have been performed on the effects of sugar on children. Although links to obesity, tooth decay and diabetes have been found again and again the myth of hyperactivity remained elusive.
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