The average American consumes 57 lb of added sugar per year — not total sugar, but sugar that has been extracted and added into foods!

This statistic seems shocking until you consider how many sneaky sources of added sugar show up in our diets: sauces, dressings, breads, granola bars, and more. These small amounts add up over time.

Luckily, the FDA now requires that the volume of added sugar be reported on nutrition labels for packaged foods. Want to learn 56 different names for sugar so you know what to look for on food labels? You can do that here.

To reduce the amount of added sugars you’re consuming, remember to check labels and be mindful of how small choices can add up over time.

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