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Sugars (total)
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Simple carbohydrates that taste sweet, including those naturally present in fruit and milk as well as sugars added to foods and drinks.
Commonly noted
- Commonly noted
- Sugars are simple carbohydrates the body can quickly use for energy; some occur naturally in fruit, milk, and honey, while others are added to foods and drinks during processing or preparation.
- Higher intake
- Frequent intake of added sugars is commonly discussed in relation to dental wear and swings in blood sugar; dietary guidance often suggests keeping added sugars to a limited share of daily energy.
Source: MedlinePlus
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