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InflammatoryScore: 9/10
Candy
9/10
Inflammation
Inflammatory
Category
Varies by type
Serving size
2
Key nutrients
Anti-InflammatoryInflammatory
Candy is almost pure refined sugar, one of the most inflammatory substances in the modern diet. It provides empty calories, spikes blood sugar, and promotes chronic inflammation.
Quick facts
- Inflammation
- 9/10
- Category
- Inflammatory
- Serving size
- Varies by type
Key nutrients
SugarArtificial Colors/Flavors
Tips
Satisfy sweet cravings with fresh fruit, dark chocolate (70%+), or dates. If you want candy, choose dark chocolate-covered nuts or fruit. Gradually reduce sugar intake to reset taste preferences.
Benefits
- Quick energy source
Concerns
- Extremely high in refined sugar
- Triggers inflammatory cytokine production
- Promotes insulin resistance
- Empty calories with no nutritional value
- Often contains artificial colors and flavors
- Feeds harmful gut bacteria
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