Just how bad is sugar?
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hi! I hope this isn't a silly question, but I was wondering just how bad is sugar?
I eat a mostly balanced diet, but I feel my sugar intake is around 80g each day. I have read on some websites that it should only be around 24g! Added or natural sugars!
Is there any truth to this, or do I not need to worry about it as much as I am?
For example, in an average day the main places I usually get my sugar from are 2-3 portions of fruit, cup of milk, 1 cup of plain yogurt, veggies such as carrots or sweetcorn, a muller corner dessert.
Sometimes there could be more sugar if dinner has a tomato like sauce etc...
Is it unhealthy to be consuming this much sugar?
Thankyou for your help!
I eat a mostly balanced diet, but I feel my sugar intake is around 80g each day. I have read on some websites that it should only be around 24g! Added or natural sugars!
Is there any truth to this, or do I not need to worry about it as much as I am?
For example, in an average day the main places I usually get my sugar from are 2-3 portions of fruit, cup of milk, 1 cup of plain yogurt, veggies such as carrots or sweetcorn, a muller corner dessert.
Sometimes there could be more sugar if dinner has a tomato like sauce etc...
Is it unhealthy to be consuming this much sugar?
Thankyou for your help!
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In the context of calorie restriction, reasonable macronutrient balance, and no medical issues, there's no evidence that any amount will hurt you.0
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Sugar is my JAM son
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I get that much in my daily candy bars.
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Oh good grief...
Also in for how people shouldn't eat fruit and veg because they have sugar...0 -
I had a gram of sugar once. It caused my to die, horribly. In all seriousness, no, sugar isn't bad for you. But anything in excess is bad. Don't eat only apples, cherries, and bananas and you should be fine
Also, @Chief_Rocka, I heave a sweater with that image on it :P0 -
No, there's no truth to it.*
*Unless you have a medical reason to restrict sugar intake.0 -
Sugar raped my dog-1
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Your body is a dual fuel engine, you can burn sugar or fat. The only bad thing about sugar is it is easy to overeat but it is a great source of quick energy.0
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I wouldn't worry about it assuming no medical conditions. I don't even track sugar, just overall carbs. Unless you're eating so much sugar that you're not getting enough protein, fat, or veggies, it's not an issue.0
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As good or bad as any other nutrient. If eaten to excess (depending on the person), it can be problematic. If not, no problemo...0
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Well it depends. If these sites that say you should limit yourself to 24 g sugar cite evidence that you trust, or if you have a specific reason to want to limit your sugars (so you can save more calories for protein, for example, or if you think you might be experiencing blood sugar issues, diabetes runs in the family, etc.) then that's a choice you have to make for yourself. I'm sure you know that will mean not purchasing processed foods with added sugars or fruit-derived sweetness (yogurt, bread, and especially any kind of sauce or condiment!) and cutting back on high-sugar fruits in favor of non-starchy vegetables. But I'm in agreement with everyone else, your diet sounds healthful and conducive to weight loss even if you have ~80g sugar. Personally, I try to keep sugar and other carbs down to save for protein because I strength train and have a 1200 calorie goal
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The forummers get excited about is sugar evil threads. I am with the dont worry about it too much as being overweight is much more of an issue. Just eat it in moderation and as part of your overall calorie plan.0
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I don't think that amount is bad. Now I feel a bit worse for that can of Mountain Dew I had yesterday though.0
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hi! I hope this isn't a silly question, but I was wondering just how bad is sugar?
I eat a mostly balanced diet, but I feel my sugar intake is around 80g each day. I have read on some websites that it should only be around 24g! Added or natural sugars!
Is there any truth to this, or do I not need to worry about it as much as I am?
For example, in an average day the main places I usually get my sugar from are 2-3 portions of fruit, cup of milk, 1 cup of plain yogurt, veggies such as carrots or sweetcorn, a muller corner dessert.
Sometimes there could be more sugar if dinner has a tomato like sauce etc...
Is it unhealthy to be consuming this much sugar?
Thankyou for your help!
Don't you know? Sugar is the new Devil.
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The main reason for the recommendations to limit added sugar to levels like 24 g (which doesn't include lactose or sugar in fruit anyway) is because it contains few nutrients and tends to be in foods that are calorie dense. Thus, it is (reasonably) believed to be part of why people tend to eat too many calories and gain weight, and should not replace other parts of a healthy diet, like protein or micronutrients.
But this is a very generic recommendation. If you happen to be someone who actually counts calories and watches your diet more carefully (hmm, why might that be?), then you don't have to worry that you are accidently eating sugar in place of veggies or adequate protein or consuming more calories than you'd like. So, barring a specific health issue, I wouldn't worry about it.
I personally tend to eat "added sugars" in moderation because that's simply how those foods fit into my diet, and I also don't feel as well eating tons of them and skimping on other foods (not that you are doing this) and find that carbs in general work better for me when eaten close in time to protein and fat anyway. But the anti sugar fervor some have has gotten insane.0 -
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Thanks for everyone for your replies, managed to freak myself out there over sugar! haha
deepest sympathy for that poor poor dog..where is the justice?FunkyTobias wrote: »Sugar raped my dog
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lemurcat12 wrote: »
I personally tend to eat "added sugars" in moderation because that's simply how those foods fit into my diet, and I also don't feel as well eating tons of them and skimping on other foods (not that you are doing this) and find that carbs in general work better for me when eaten close in time to protein and fat anyway. But the anti sugar fervor some have has gotten insane.
For a while I was eating NO sugar at all. It was insane, it was weirdly isolating to limit your diet that way!
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cwolfman13 wrote: »Oh good grief...
Also in for how people shouldn't eat fruit and veg because they have sugar...
But it's not refined....so it's OK.
(just in case for the other readers)
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lemurcat12 wrote: »
I personally tend to eat "added sugars" in moderation because that's simply how those foods fit into my diet, and I also don't feel as well eating tons of them and skimping on other foods (not that you are doing this) and find that carbs in general work better for me when eaten close in time to protein and fat anyway. But the anti sugar fervor some have has gotten insane.
For a while I was eating NO sugar at all. It was insane, it was weirdly isolating to limit your diet that way!
Once you introduced sugar did you start to itch?
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bad to the bone.0
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Had a look through your diary. There's no reason for you to be concerned. I consider MFP's sugar goal to be low (because it doesn't differentiate between natural and added sugars) and you're usually below even that.0
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ILiftHeavyAcrylics wrote: »Had a look through your diary. There's no reason for you to be concerned. I consider MFP's sugar goal to be low (because it doesn't differentiate between natural and added sugars) and you're usually below even that.
Yes, someone took the time and looked for you and your fine. Eat dat sugar!
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