The influence of sugar consumption on aggression and hyperactivity in children
It is widely acknowledged that poor diet quality, or an unhealthy dietary behaviour, is a key risk factor for various chronic diseases in children and adolescents, such as obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. Rising concerns over childhood nutrition and behavioural disorders have intensified research into dietary influences on child development. High sugar intake, prevalent in processed foods and sugary beverages, has been hypothesized to exacerbate aggressive tendencies and hyperactivity symptoms among children.