{"id":17633,"date":"2020-04-16T16:14:00","date_gmt":"2020-04-16T15:14:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.geklab.com\/infiammazione-da-zuccheri-e-glicazione\/"},"modified":"2025-05-28T12:52:15","modified_gmt":"2025-05-28T11:52:15","slug":"inflammation-from-sugars-and-glycation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.geklab.com\/en\/inflammation-from-sugars-and-glycation\/","title":{"rendered":"Inflammation from sugars and glycation"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon-list stk-block-icon-list stk-block stk-d8dbfc0\" data-block-id=\"d8dbfc0\"><style>.stk-d8dbfc0{column-count:2 !important}.stk-d8dbfc0 ul li{list-style-image:url('data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHZpZXdCb3g9IjAgMCAxOTAgMTkwIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDogIzAwMCAhaW1wb3J0YW50OyBjb2xvcjogIzAwMCAhaW1wb3J0YW50O3RyYW5zZm9ybTogcm90YXRlKGRlZykgIWltcG9ydGFudDsiPjxwb2x5Z29uIHBvaW50cz0iMTczLjgsMjguNCA2MC40LDE0MS44IDE1LjcsOTcuMiA1LjEsMTA3LjggNjAuNCwxNjMgMTg0LjQsMzkgMTczLjgsMjguNCIgZmlsbD0iIzAwMCIgc3Ryb2tlPSIjMDAwIiBzdHlsZT0iZmlsbDogcmdiKDAsIDAsIDApOyBzdHJva2U6IHJnYigwLCAwLCAwKTsiLz48L3N2Zz4=') !important}<\/style><ol><li>Glycation markers: glycated albumin and methylglyoxal<\/li><li>Genetic predisposition<\/li><li>How to measure glycated albumin and methylglyoxal<\/li><\/ol><\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geklab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Conoscere-e-misurare-i-danni-da-zuccheri-cos-e-la-glicazione_articleimage-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13142\" style=\"width:520px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geklab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Conoscere-e-misurare-i-danni-da-zuccheri-cos-e-la-glicazione_articleimage-4.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.geklab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Conoscere-e-misurare-i-danni-da-zuccheri-cos-e-la-glicazione_articleimage-4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.geklab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Conoscere-e-misurare-i-danni-da-zuccheri-cos-e-la-glicazione_articleimage-4-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure><p>The increasing incidence of diabetes and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.geklab.com\/en\/diabetes-and-hyperglycemia-an-overview\/\">sugar-related diseases<\/a> underscores the importance of early diagnosis and treatment of sugar-induced inflammation and pre-diabetic conditions. Preventing diabetes by identifying genetic predispositions and lifestyle factors can significantly add years of healthy life. A <strong>personalized medicine approach<\/strong> is essential to improve quality of life and well-being, allowing occasional indulgences without compromising health.<\/p><p>In clinical practice, it has been observed that many elite athletes or highly active individuals have altered glycation profiles, often linked to <strong>excessive use of energy drinks<\/strong> or products containing fructose and polyols. A personalized diet aimed at controlling this form of sugar-related inflammation and related substances can improve athletic performance and overall health.<\/p><p>The incidence of <strong>food allergies<\/strong> is increasing, with multiple factors contributing to inflammation and allergic reactions. The presence of advanced glycation products, for example, determined by poor dietary habits and excessive intake of sugars (including hidden sugars and related substances), has been identified as a highly significant potential cause in the rise of allergies (as highlighted, for example, by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/27544741\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a comprehensive study published in<em> JACI<\/em> in February 2017<\/a>).<\/p><blockquote class=\"wp-block-stackable-blockquote stk-block-blockquote stk-block stk-8339d85 is-style-simple\" data-v=\"2\" data-block-id=\"8339d85\"><style>.stk-8339d85{margin-bottom:0px !important}<\/style><div class=\"has-text-align-left stk-block-blockquote__content stk-container stk-8339d85-container stk--no-background stk--no-padding\"><div class=\"stk-block-content stk-inner-blocks\"><div class=\"wp-block-stackable-icon stk-block-icon stk-block stk-3ce51f5\" data-block-id=\"3ce51f5\"><style>.stk-3ce51f5{left:-50px !important;position:absolute !important;opacity:0.2 !important}.stk-3ce51f5 .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child{height:100px !important;width:100px !important}.stk-3ce51f5 .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child,.stk-3ce51f5 .stk--svg-wrapper .stk--inner-svg svg:last-child :is(g,path,rect,polygon,ellipse){fill:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#088fa8) !important}@media screen and (max-width:767px){.stk-3ce51f5{left:0px !important}}<\/style><span class=\"stk--svg-wrapper\"><div class=\"stk--inner-svg\"><svg style=\"height:0;width:0\"><defs><linearGradient id=\"linear-gradient-3ce51f5\" x1=\"0\" x2=\"100%\" y1=\"0\" y2=\"0\"><stop offset=\"0%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-3-ce-51-f-5-color-1)\"><\/stop><stop offset=\"100%\" style=\"stop-opacity:1;stop-color:var(--linear-gradient-3-ce-51-f-5-color-2)\"><\/stop><\/linearGradient><\/defs><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 50 50\" aria-hidden=\"true\" width=\"32\" height=\"32\"><path d=\"M22.3 30.5c0 6-4.8 10.8-10.8 10.8-2.3 0-4.5-.8-6.3-2-.9-.6-1.8-1.4-2.5-2.4-1.8-2.4-2.7-5.4-2.7-9 0-4.5 1.3-8.5 4-11.9 2.7-3.4 6.4-5.8 11.1-7.3v2.8c-2.7 2.2-4.4 5-4.9 8.3.4-.1.9-.1 1.3-.1 6-.1 10.8 4.8 10.8 10.8zm16.9-10.9c-.5 0-.9 0-1.3.1.5-3.3 2.2-6.1 4.9-8.3V8.7c-4.7 1.4-8.4 3.9-11.1 7.3-2.7 3.4-4 7.4-4 11.9 0 3.6.9 6.6 2.7 9 .8 1 1.6 1.8 2.5 2.4 1.8 1.3 3.9 2 6.3 2 6 0 10.8-4.8 10.8-10.8 0-6-4.8-10.9-10.8-10.9z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><\/span><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-text stk-block-text stk-block stk-1c8d967\" data-block-id=\"1c8d967\"><style>.stk-1c8d967 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:25px !important}@media screen and (max-width:1023px){.stk-1c8d967 .stk-block-text__text{font-size:25px !important}}<\/style><p class=\"stk-block-text__text\"><strong><span style=\"color: var(--theme-palette-color-1, #088fa8);\" class=\"stk-highlight\">The incidence of food allergies is on the rise, with multiple factors contributing to inflammation and allergic reactions. The presence of advanced glycation end-products (AGEs), for instance, is determined by poor dietary habits and excess sugar consumption. <\/span><\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/blockquote><div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div><style>.kadence-column17633_a6b553-2e > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column17633_a6b553-2e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:30px;border-top-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-right-radius:30px;border-bottom-left-radius:30px;}.kadence-column17633_a6b553-2e > .kt-inside-inner-col{background-color:#ebebeb;}.kadence-column17633_a6b553-2e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column17633_a6b553-2e{position:relative;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column17633_a6b553-2e kadence-column_33b0ff-ad\"><div 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img{object-position:0% 50% !important;object-fit:contain !important}@media screen and (max-width:767px){.stk-1fd7d15{padding-right:60px !important;padding-left:60px !important}.stk-1fd7d15 .stk-img-wrapper img{object-fit:contain !important}}<\/style><a class=\"stk-link\" href=\"\/perme-test\/\"><div class=\"stk-img-wrapper stk-image--shape-stretch\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"stk-img wp-image-19764\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geklab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Glyco_medical_program.webp\" width=\"1451\" height=\"418\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geklab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Glyco_medical_program.webp 1451w, https:\/\/www.geklab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Glyco_medical_program-300x86.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.geklab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Glyco_medical_program-1024x295.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.geklab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Glyco_medical_program-768x221.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.geklab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Glyco_medical_program-600x173.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1451px) 100vw, 1451px\" \/><\/div><\/a><\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:1px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<p><strong>Inflammation from sugars<\/strong> can now be measured to achieve personalized therapeutic approaches through a <strong>Glyco Medical Program<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kadence-column17633_932bb6-6d > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column17633_932bb6-6d > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column17633_932bb6-6d > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column17633_932bb6-6d{text-align:center;}.kadence-column17633_932bb6-6d{position:relative;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column17633_932bb6-6d\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div 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https:\/\/www.geklab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glyco-eng-1536x1536.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.geklab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glyco-eng-2048x2048.webp 2048w, https:\/\/www.geklab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glyco-eng-64x64.webp 64w, https:\/\/www.geklab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glyco-eng-600x600.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.geklab.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/glyco-eng-100x100.webp 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/div><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-button-group stk-block-button-group stk-block stk-5c8f60c\" data-block-id=\"5c8f60c\"><style>.stk-5c8f60c{padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important}<\/style><div class=\"stk-row stk-inner-blocks has-text-align-center stk-block-content stk-button-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-stackable-button stk-block-button has-text-align-center stk-block stk-0b72e9d\" data-block-id=\"0b72e9d\"><style>.stk-0b72e9d{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important}<\/style><a class=\"stk-link stk-button stk--hover-effect-darken\" href=\"https:\/\/www.geklab.com\/en\/glyco-medical-program\/\"><span class=\"stk-button__inner-text\">See more<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><p id=\"marcatori\">Measurement of glycation biomarkers is crucial for early detection of damage in the body, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.geklab.com\/en\/insulin-resistance-sugar-induced-inflammation-and-weight-loss\/\">insulin resistance<\/a> or possible gestational diabetes. The accumulation of glycating substances like methylglyoxal has also been correlated with the <strong>severity of COVID-19 symptoms<\/strong>.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"glycation\"><strong>Glycation markers: glycated albumin and methylglyoxal<\/strong><\/h2><p>Excessive sugar intake can lead to inflammatory and metabolic issues, but how can we highlight and quantify these damages? The measurement of two innovative biomarkers, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.geklab.com\/en\/measuring-glycated-albumin-what-does-it-tell-us\/\">Glycated Albumin (GA)<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.geklab.com\/en\/methylglyoxal-a-new-marker-of-glycemic-variability\/\">Methylglyoxal (MGO)<\/a><\/strong>, provides an answer. Traditional methods like fasting blood glucose and glycated hemoglobin, which intercept sugar-related damages and prediabetes, are insufficient to predict the progression to type 2 diabetes, as highlighted by leading international diabetology journals including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/30803929\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Lancet<\/em><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/30371961\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Cochrane Review<\/em><\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/31115752\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Acta Diabetologica<\/em><\/a>.<\/p><p>Glycated albumin (GA) and Methylglyoxal (MGO) provide more precise indications because they are influenced by fluctuations in blood sugar levels and allow for the recognition of early damages, reflecting glycation processes determined not only by glucose but also by fructose and other sugars.<\/p><p>GA measures the amount of circulating albumin bound to sugars, providing an immediate indication of sugar-related damage. On the other hand, MGO is the precursor to the formation of <strong>Advanced Glycation End-products (AGEs)<\/strong> and is closely related to glycemic spikes and the metabolism of sugar-related substances such as sugar alcohols (polyols). The latter plays significant pathophysiological roles in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.geklab.com\/en\/diabetes-and-hyperglycemia-an-overview\/\">diabetes<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.geklab.com\/en\/cardiovascular-diseases-the-role-of-low-grade-inflammation\/\">cardiovascular diseases<\/a>, and neuroinflammation.<\/p><p>AGEs, also known as glycotoxins, are highly reactive compounds derived from the degradation and oxidation of glucose, fructose, and other sugars (ribose, galactose, etc.). Their extreme reactivity allows them to &#8220;attach&#8221; to other molecules in the body, altering their structure and function, and playing a key role in oxidative and inflammatory processes. The alteration of molecular structure, known as <strong>glycation<\/strong>, results in changes in the function and properties of the molecule itself, interfering with the normal homeostasis of cells and organs (typical, for example, in chronic diabetes complications).<\/p><p id=\"predispozione\">AGEs (Advanced Glycation End-products) can participate in various processes such as inflammatory reactions, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.geklab.com\/en\/managing-asthma-and-seasonal-respiratory-allergies\/\">allergic reactions<\/a>, neuroinflammation, and aging.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"genetic\"><strong>Genetic predisposition<\/strong><\/h2><p>Specific genetic variants can help identify specific disease risks and predict response to treatment. For example, a specific variant in the TCF7L2 gene can indicate a risk for diabetes and aid in initiating proactive lifestyle modifications.<\/p><p>Investigating genetic polymorphisms linked to the development of common chronic-degenerative diseases is particularly useful, especially in assessing predispositions to autoimmune conditions, obesity, type 2 diabetes, and fatty liver disease.<\/p><p>Glucose, fructose, and their derivatives are responsible for inflammation and increased adipose tissue. Individuals sensitive to sugars should <strong>reduce consumption of foods containing simple sugars, refined carbohydrates, hidden sugars, as well as sweeteners and alcoholic beverages<\/strong>. The goal is to rebalance metabolism by addressing all types of sugars, <strong>including fructose<\/strong>, which when consumed excessively can have harmful effects similar to ethanol.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-09cc693\" id=\"how-to-measure\" data-block-id=\"09cc693\"><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><strong>How to measure glycated albumin and methylglyoxal<\/strong><\/h2><\/div><p>Sugar-induced inflammation can now be measured to achieve personalized therapeutic strategies. Products like <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.geklab.com\/en\/perme-medical-program\/\">PerM\u00e8 Medical Program<\/a><\/strong> (which assesses inflammation from both food and sugars) and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.geklab.com\/en\/glyco-medical-program\/\">Glyco Medical Program<\/a><\/strong> (measuring Methylglyoxal, Glycated Albumin, and genetic predisposition to obesity and diabetes) are now part of diagnostic options available to anyone concerned about their health.<\/p><p>These products have been used for research purposes in various laboratories and universities worldwide, scientifically validated, and integrated by our research group to evaluate even healthy individuals. They are made more accessible and allow for personalized nutritional needs tailored to each person&#8217;s genetic and behavioral characteristics.<\/p><p><em>By the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.geklab.com\/en\/the-scientific-editorial-team\/\">Scientific Editorial Team at GEK Lab<\/a><\/em><\/p><div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-11692d3\" id=\"related-articles\" data-block-id=\"11692d3\"><style>.stk-11692d3{margin-bottom:10px !important}.stk-11692d3 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:30px !important}@media screen and (max-width:1023px){.stk-11692d3 .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:30px !important}}<\/style><h3 class=\"stk-block-heading__text has-text-align-center\">Related articles<\/h3><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-post-grid uagb-post-grid  uagb-post__image-position-top uagb-post__image-enabled uagb-block-ea6d35cb     uagb-post__items uagb-post__columns-3 is-grid uagb-post__columns-tablet-2 uagb-post__columns-mobile-1 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