Sugar Calculator
Calculate your daily added sugar limit for better health.
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The Sugar Shock
Not all sugar is created equal. Your body processes the natural sugar in an apple very differently from the added sugar in a soda, thanks to fiber.
The American Heart Association recommends strict limits on added sugars to prevent heart disease and obesity.
Visualizing Your Limits
AHA Limit (Men)36g (9 tsp)
AHA Limit (Women)25g (6 tsp)
1 Can of Cola~39g (10 tsp) 🚨
Drinking just one soda puts you over the daily limit!
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Hidden Names for Sugar
Food labels try to hide sugar by splitting it into multiple ingredients. Watch out for these aliases:
High Fructose Corn SyrupDextroseMaltodextrinAgave NectarBarley MaltCane JuiceCaramelFruit Juice ConcentrateMaltoseRice SyrupTreacleTurbinado
Frequently Asked Questions
How much sugar per day is OK?
AHA: Men 36g (9 tsp), Women 25g (6 tsp) of added sugar max. Natural sugars in fruit are fine.
What counts as added sugar?
Sugar added during processing: table sugar, syrups, honey in packaged foods. Not natural fruit sugar.
How do I reduce sugar intake?
Read labels, drink water instead of soda, choose whole fruits, and limit desserts and processed foods.