A person eats ice cream in Cincinnati, Ohio. Hotter days could be one factor nudging people to grab cooling sugary drinks or a few scoops of ice cream, according to a study. Photo: AP
People consuming more sugary drinks and ice cream on warmer days, particularly those with less money could pose a growing threat to health as climate change drives up temperatures, new research warned.
Sugar is a major contributor to serious health problems such as obesity, diabetes and heart disease, yet consumption of the sweet additive has surged across the world in recent decades.
