Added Sugars. They are hiding in our favorite beverages, muffins, breads, cereals and yogurts. We often believe we are choosing the right “healthy, all natural” foods, when grocery shopping, unaware that our yogurt has more sugar than our chocolate chip cookies.

We can no longer rely on food manufacturers to direct us to nutritious food options. I encourage you to take a moment the next time you shop to recognize the amount of added sugars in your food.

The American Heart Association says most women should consume no more than 100 calories, or 6½ teaspoons, a day from added sugars. Most men should consume no more than 150 calories or 9½ teaspoons a day from added sugars.

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