Dallas - A spoonful of sugar? Americans consume 110 milliliters of sugar each day, the equivalent of 22 teaspoons, and it is time that this quantity is significantly reduced, says the American Heart Association. Much of this added sugar, which is 355 calories and the equivalent of two cans of soda and a bar of chocolate comes from soft drinks and candy. According to the American Association, most women should not eat more than 30 milliliters of added sugar, the equivalent of six teaspoons, or 100 calories, whether sweeteners and syrups added to foods during production, preparation or during meals. For their part, most men should consume no more than 45 milliliters of added sugar, or nine teaspoons or 150 calories. These recommendations do not apply, however, the natural sugar found in fruits, vegetables or dairy products.
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