Added Sugar in Your Diet

      Recent studies show that Americans are consuming too many calories from added sugars.

Research data between 2005 and 2010 found that the consumption of sugar was substantially higher than the normal.

Past studies have already shown that too much sugar is associated with health conditions such as obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes and risk factors for heart disease and stroke. The recommendation is no more than 5% to 15% of daily calorie intake from both solid fats and added sugars.  

Sources of added sugar include both soft drinks and foods. Sugars from natural sources such as milk and fruits are not included as added sugars.

Recent reports showed that men consume more sugar than women on a daily basis (335 calories vs 239 calories). Men and women aged 20-39 consumed the most calories from added sugar, and it was revealed the amount of added sugar consumption decreased with age.

Studies also revealed that total calories consumed from added sugar varied by race and ethnicity. Non-Hispanic black accounted for 14.5% of calorie intake for men and 15.2% for women; and whites and Mexican Americans consumed less. Additionally, the lowest income category consumed more added sugar that the middle and high income categories.
            This research is helpful to enable healthcare professionals to target the populations at risk of consuming the highest amount of added sugars, and educating the population to change their dietary preferences in order to avoid future health issues that could have been prevented. Americans need to become more aware of what they are consuming and make educated decisions for the benefit of their future. 

Source: Medical New Today

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