Archive · 15 Jan 2026
Diabetologist Busts Myths About Sugar in Beverages
Dr. Pranav Ghody, a diabetologist, explains that fruit juices are not sugar-free.
He talks about different types of sugar and how much sugar is okay for adults, kids, and older people.
Drinking sugar is worse than eating it because it makes your blood sugar go up quickly.
Eating whole fruits is better than drinking juice because fruits have fiber that helps your body handle the sugar better.
Too much sugar can make you gain weight, get diabetes, and have other health problems.
Honey is a bit better than white sugar, but you should still not eat too much of it.
Fruit juices are not sugar-free and can contain as much sugar as soft drinks.
Drinking sugar is worse than eating it due to rapid absorption and blood sugar spikes.
Whole fruits are healthier than juices because they contain fiber and nutrients.
Excess fructose can lead to fatty liver disease, insulin resistance, and other health issues.
Honey is a better alternative to refined sugar but should still be consumed in moderation.
- Who
- Dr. Pranav Ghody, Consultant Endocrinologist & Diabetologist, Wockhardt Hospitals, Mumbai
- What
- Busts myths about sugar in beverages, particularly fruit juices
- When
- Not specified
- Where
- Mumbai, India
- Why
- To educate about the health impacts of sugar consumption
- Sugar Types
- Glucose, fructose, and sucrose
- Daily Sugar Limit for Adults
- 25 gm (approx. 6 tsp)
- Daily Sugar Limit for Children
- 12 to 25 gm depending on age
- Healthier Sugar Sources
- Fructose from whole fruits and honey
- Recommended Daily Fruit Servings
- 2 to 3 servings of whole fruits
- Impact of Excess Fructose
- Fatty liver disease, elevated triglycerides, insulin resistance
- Sugar in Fruit Juices
- Concentrated fructose without fiber, often with added sugars
- Impact of Drinking Sugar
- Rapid absorption, blood sugar spikes, faster fat storage