Vigilancia del bienestar

Salt gets most of the attention when people talk about high blood pressure. Sugar deserves a seat at the table too.

A sweet drink here, a pastry there, a sugary coffee in the morning, a juice with lunch, and a late-night snack can add up quickly. The effect may show up as weight gain, blood sugar swings, cravings, inflammation, insulin resistance, and a heart that has to work harder over time.

We often think of inflammation as something we can see—swollen joints, puffy skin, maybe a red rash. But what if the most dangerous kind of inflammation is the kind we can’t feel or see?

That’s the case with chronic inflammation—a low-grade, body-wide fire that simmers beneath the surface and plays a major role in the development of type 2 diabetes and insulin resistance.