Overeating can lead to side effects and diseases that may ultimately result in death. According to a study published in the American Journal of Physiology, occasional overeating does not cause significant side effects, but if done consistently and regularly, it can affect your weight, fat composition, blood sugar levels, and lead to various other diseases that may lead to death. Here are five side effects of regular overeating:
1. **Fat Accumulation**: Frequent overeating can slow down digestion, thereby storing food in the stomach for a longer time, which promotes the accumulation of excess fat in the body.
2. **Diabetes Risk**: The American Diabetes Association states that overeating can lead to weight gain, increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes. Chronic overeating causes blood cells to stop converting blood glucose into energy, making it difficult to control blood sugar levels and increasing the risk of diabetes.
3. **Sleep Disorders**: Overeating can cause sluggishness and discomfort in the stomach, making it difficult to sleep.
4. **Increased Cardiovascular Risk**: Overeating can raise your chances of developing heart diseases. It can trigger the release of stress hormones, which in turn increases heart rate and blood pressure.
5. **Impaired Brain Function**: Excessive calorie intake can lead to memory loss and cognitive decline. Overeating can also disrupt the production of uroguanylin, a hormone that helps transmit fullness signals to the brain.
