The wild - type mice didn't develop colitis, but showed low - grade
inflammation in their
intestines and several features of metabolic syndrome: slight weight gain, increased body fat and food intake, and
higher blood sugar levels, which indicate poor glucose regulation associated with diabetes.
Sugar, which feeds
inflammation, causes flora imbalances
in the
intestines, and blood sugar spikes, is completely toxic to the body, and it includes
high fructose corn syrup (HFCS), honey, agave, and table sugar.