A new study from HealthyMD has linked higher intake of added sugars to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. The study revealed that consuming too much added sugar raises one’s risk of developing heart disease and stroke.

The study, which was published in the journal Circulation, found that individuals who consume more than 10% of their daily calories from added sugars have a 30% higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease than those who consume less than 10%.

Additionally, the study found that certain breakfast drinks, such as sugary sodas and juices, are linked to an increased risk of silent killers by up to 10%.

CNN reported that the study also found that added free sugars, which are found in processed foods, were linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.

“Our findings suggest that reducing added sugar intake should be an important public health priority,” said Dr. Frank Hu, a professor of nutrition and epidemiology at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and one of the authors of the study.

The findings of this study are an important reminder that while added sugars may be found in many of our favorite foods and drinks, they can also be detrimental to our health. It is important to be mindful of the amount of added sugars we consume on a daily basis in order to maintain a healthy lifestyle.