Studies looked at both healthy subjects and those with an increased risk of kidney stones found that excessive sugar intake caused the body to excrete calcium in large quantities through the urine.
Too much sugar tied to increased cortisol levels
High levels of cortisol have a deleterious effect on bone health. Normally, the cortisol levels in the body are affected by stress. However, high intakes of sugar can also raise the cortisol levels. A study on hamsters suggests that a high sucrose diet may result in osteoporosis even with sufficient calcium intake.
What about fruits and vegetables?
The studies mentioned about mostly focused on processed and refined sugar types, rather than those naturally found in foods. This is because along with sugar, fruits are also rich in fiber, which hinders the release of sugar molecules. If you want to protect your bones, it’s advisable to limit your consumption of processed sugar.
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