Up to 50 grams of sugar Endocrinologist Tatyana Bocharova told Russians how much sweets can be eaten in a day without harm to health. Discuss
She shared information about this with the publication of RIA Novosti.
25-50 grams is the daily amount of sugar for an adult. This is the WHO recommendation. The figure includes not only granulated sugar, which we put in tea, but also any desserts and foods with hidden sugar: ketchups, sauces, canned vegetables, muesli, breakfast cereals, low-fat dairy products.
Tatyana BocharovaEndocrinologist-nutritionist
Doctor noted that about five to six tablespoons of sugar fit into 25 grams. When consuming sweets above the stated norm, it is important to remember that the amount of calories received should not exceed 10% of the total calorie intake of the daily diet. Otherwise, the likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes increases. It can also lead to weight gain.
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