In addition to guidelines for nutrient rich foods to consume,
the new 2010 Dietary Guidelines suggest that we cut foods high
in sugar, salt, saturated fat and Trans fat. We have done
segments in the past on salt and sodium and since a significant
number of calories come from added sugar especially sugar
sweetened beverages we thought it would be a good idea to take a
closer look at sugar in beverages. I think you will be amazed at
the number of teaspoons of sugar we can unknowingly consume in
one day. DAY OF DRINKING SUGAR: Sodas have been the subject of
much discussion about added sugars and health and they should be
really because they provide us with A LOT of calories and NO
nutrients. This either causes us to not eat healthier foods and
beverages (displacing the healthier fare) or causes us to just
take in more calories attributing to the very evident obesity
epidemic. However, soda is not the only culprit. Here is a day
in the life of someone who drinks lots of sugar sweetened
beverages. Breakfast: 16 ou