Glucose can be metabolized by essentially every cell in the human body, and if your dietary intake of glucose is insufficient, the body can create it autonomously from fat and protein intake. Sugar consumption also appears to have an effect on the interactions between the liver and the microbiome, or the system of microorganisms that live within the human body and contribute to good health. These symbiotic microorganisms, or microbiota, are essential in maintaining a balanced, healthy digestive system and body. A high blood sugar level can cause problems in many parts of your body. (...)