How Well Do You Know Your Sugar?

How much sugar should you consume in a day?

• 50 grams (~10 teaspoons)

• 25 grams (~5 teaspoons)

• 0 grams

• 75 grams (~15 teaspoons)

Answer explanation

That's incorrect.

Our sugar consumption should be no more than 10 percent of our daily energy intake.

For most adults, that is about 10 teaspoons (50g) of sugar based on a 2000-daily calorie intake.

Source: Health Promotion Board

Consuming too much sugar increases the risk of...

Answer explanation

That's incorrect.

 

Too much sugar can lead to weight gain and increase your risk of type 2 diabetes.

 

In Singapore, one in 9 adults aged 18 to 69 has diabetes, a chronic disease in which blood sugar levels in the body remain high for prolonged periods.

 

Our sugar consumption should be no more than 10 percent of our daily energy intake. For most adults, that is about 10 teaspoons of sugar. If you are determined enough, a further reduction to 5 teaspoons (25g) of sugar a day can bring about additional health benefits.

 

The good news is that reducing our sugar intake can be easy. All it takes is a little mindfulness and some healthier lifestyle choices.

 

Source: Health Promotion Board

What are some ways to consume less sugar? Select all that applies.

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Answer explanation

This is a myth.

 

Products like fruit juices with “no added sugar” can still raise blood sugar levels as quickly as sugary drinks, since they contain natural fruit sugars.

 

These products can affect blood sugar control and risk excessive weight gain — a major risk factor for diabetes.

 

Source: Health Promotion Board

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