Stat!: Too Much Sugar

Max daily calories that the World Health Organization says should come from sugar: 10% of total

Sugar consumption “target” recommended by WHO: 5%

Target recommended by independent researchers to prevent tooth decay: 3%

Percent of the average American adult’s daily calories that come from sugar: about 19%

Of the average American youth’s daily calories: roughly 25%

Sources:Medical News Today, USDA

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