Understanding Hidden Sugars

The video explores how sugar is hidden in everyday foods, often under different names, making it hard to track. It highlights the health risks of excessive sugar intake and the lack of clear guidelines from the FDA. The World Health Organization suggests limiting sugar to 5% of daily calories. The video explains the difference between glucose and fructose, their effects on the body, and how sugar is used in food for taste and preservation. It advises checking food labels and choosing water over sugary drinks to reduce sugar consumption.

Where is sugar often unexpectedly found?

• In raw nuts

• In sports drinks

• In plain water

• In fresh vegetables

What makes identifying added sugars on labels difficult?

• They have many different names

• They are always listed as 'sugar'

• They are not listed on labels

• They are always at the top of the ingredient list

How many different names can added sugar have?

• Fifty-six

• Ten

• Twenty

• Five or six

What is a common misconception about organic evaporated cane juice?

• It is not sugar

• It is healthier than sugar

• It contains no calories

• It is a type of fruit juice

What does the World Health Organization recommend for daily sugar intake?

• 10% of total calories

• 5% of total calories

• 15% of total calories

• No specific limit

What is the primary organ that metabolizes fructose?

• The stomach

• The liver

• The heart

• The kidneys

Why doesn't fructose from fresh fruits cause an overload in the liver?

• It is metabolized by the heart

• The fiber in fruit slows its absorption

• It is absorbed quickly

• It is not metabolized at all

What is the main difference between glucose and fructose?

• Their chemical composition

• Their structure and metabolism

• Their color

• Their taste

What role does sugar play in food preservation?

• It makes food more expensive

• It prevents food from spoiling

• It helps food retain moisture

• It causes food to spoil faster

Which of the following is a good strategy to avoid hidden sugars?

• Avoid reading food labels

• Drink more sports drinks

• Choose water over soda

• Eat more processed foods