Hi @brucetaylor,
Thank you for your comments and citations you provided. You're right that reducing sugar intake reduces risk of disease. I can sense your passion and concern on this topic.

It is important to recognize the complex metabolic pathways can lead to reduced metabolic health and may increase cancer risk. Sugar alone is not the only cause of the conditions listed. In the study you cited, researchers Hasan, et. al. state, “However, the evidence is not universally conclusive, and additional large-scale, long-term research are required to better understand these processes. To help in cancer prevention and management, public health guidelines should emphasize reducing added sugar consumption and promoting a balanced diet rich in natural foods.”

I agree that there is strong evidence supporting a whole-food, plant-predominant dietary pattern. Organizations like the American Institute for Cancer Research and the American Cancer Society have consistently supported these recommendations.