Some things are worth repeating. That is certainly the case with the reminder about the health risks of large quantities of refined sugar. According to Yale Health, you want to prevent Sugar Shock by learning to avoid hidden sugar!
Sugar shock
The average American eats about 22 teaspoons of added sugar every day. This adds up to over 70 pounds of sugar a year. Even worse, American teens are eating closer to 34 teaspoons a day. The result on our bodies is less than sweet. Eating too much sugar can lead to unhealthy weight gain, high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol. Plus, eating lots of sugar makes you less likely to get all the vitamins and minerals you need in your diet.
While it is suggested that children limit intake of sugar to 3-4 teaspoons per day, just how much sugar is in soda?
12-ounce can = 10 teaspoons of sugar
20-ounce bottle = 16 1/4 teaspoons of sugar
2-liter bottle = 27 teaspoons of sugar
This week, decide to live your life as a sugar detective. Check out the previous Tip for Well-being about Healthy Choices for treats—this may be the real trick to your being healthier and feeling better and living longer. Life is naturally sweet. No added sugar is necessary!
Tips from 5 April 2010 to 6 August 2012 are here: Archived Tips
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Rev.Debra Basham
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