A paediatrician, Dr Ibrahim, has advised parents to reduce the amount of sugar consumed by children, warning that excessive intake could increase their risk of obesity and other health complications, including Type 2 diabetes.
Ibrahim gave the advice while speaking on the health implications of high sugar consumption among children.
He cautioned parents, particularly mothers, against routinely adding refined sugar to children’s meals, stressing the need to encourage healthier eating habits from an early age.
According to him, excessive consumption of sugary foods and drinks can contribute to unhealthy weight gain and expose children to long-term health problems.
He advised parents to ensure that children eat regular, balanced meals rather than relying heavily on sugary snacks and beverages.
The paediatrician also encouraged parents to make water the preferred drink for children and limit their intake of sugar-sweetened beverages.
Health experts have similarly linked excessive intake of added sugars to weight gain and obesity, while obesity is an established risk factor for Type 2 diabetes.
Ibrahim urged parents to pay closer attention to children’s diets and cultivate healthy eating patterns early, saying prevention remained important in protecting children from avoidable health problems later in life.
