How to Spot Added Sugar on Food Labels
Sugar hides under dozens of names. The added sugars line on nutrition labels makes shopping simpler.
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Manufacturers use many names for added sugar: cane juice, malt syrup, dextrose, and more. The total still adds up.
Label shortcuts
- Check the Added Sugars line in grams
- Compare per serving — bags often list tiny serving sizes
- If sugar is in the first three ingredients, treat it as dessert
- Plain versions of yogurt, oatmeal, and cereal are usually better bases
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Sources
- Added Sugars on the Nutrition Facts Label — U.S. FDA
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