We identified a strong association between NCDs and increased sugar and refined carbohydrate consumption, and weaker associations with increased total calories with reduced physical activity. Neither fat nor saturated fat intake were associated with risk of developing NCDs in any of the populations. User Meatrition, in the Reddit Science subreddit, 21 Mar 2022
Dietary Transitions and Health Outcomes in Four Populations – Systematic Review "The nutrient category most strongly associated with negative health outcomes – especially obesity and diabetes – was sugar, and refined carbohydrates" User Meatrition, in the KetoScience subreddit, 21 Mar 2022