155. Sugar & Sugar-Free Explained: 2024 Roadmap to Healthy Habits

02/14/24 • 18 min

Daily Dietitian Podcast

Do you eat too much sugar?

Are sugar free foods healthier?

How much added sugar is recommended for a healthy diet?

Which sugar substitutes are the best to consume?

How do I find added sugars on the nutrition facts label?

So many questions about sugar and sugar free products it can get confusing when you are looking for the best product.

My goal for this podcast is to help you STRESS LESS about sugar!

I give you the cliff notes version about adding sugar and sugar free foods in a balanced diet.

In this episode you will learn about:

What is a sugar free product?
What to consider when talking about sugar free substitutes
How to find added sugars on a nutrition facts label
What is the recommended amount of added sugar for men and women?
What foods contain natural sugars, and should I delete them in my diet?
How to satisfy my cravings when I have massive, sweet tooth :)

American Heart Association "How Much Sugar Is Too Much?" article.

Check out the blog to find more about my favorite products mentioned in this episode.

Please share this episode with a friend!

For more helpful tips follow me @dailydietitianrd

Do you eat too much sugar?

Are sugar free foods healthier?

How much added sugar is recommended for a healthy diet?

Which sugar substitutes are the best to consume?

How do I find added sugars on the nutrition facts label?

So many questions about sugar and sugar free products it can get confusing when you are looking for the best product.

My goal for this podcast is to help you STRESS LESS about sugar!

I give you the cliff notes version about adding sugar and sugar free foods in a balanced diet.

In this episode you will learn about:

What is a sugar free product?
What to consider when talking about sugar free substitutes
How to find added sugars on a nutrition facts label
What is the recommended amount of added sugar for men and women?
What foods contain natural sugars, and should I delete them in my diet?
How to satisfy my cravings when I have massive, sweet tooth :)

American Heart Association "How Much Sugar Is Too Much?" article.

Check out the blog to find more about my favorite products mentioned in this episode.

Please share this episode with a friend!

For more helpful tips follow me @dailydietitianrd

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Morning routine, do you have one?

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