It’s amazing how much sugar is added to foods. The average American eats about 22 teaspoons of sugar a day. That’s triple what is recommended. This is part of the reason why we’re so addicted to it.

Sugar can be found in most processed foods and is used to extend the shelf life of products and because they are well aware of the addictive properties of sugar so they want us to consume more.

Without seeking it out, we get an ample supply in everyday foods. Some of the big culprits to watch out for are:

granola bars

pasta sauces

yogurt

instant oatmeal

salad dressing

soups

breads

breakfast cereals

energy drinks

canned fruits

coleslaw

dried fruit

ketchup

 

 

To complicate matters even more, there are many names for sugar which include the following: