How Much Sugar Do You Have Daily?

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What is the recommended daily intake of sugar?

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is now asking consumers, just how much sugar are you eating and drinking daily? Although nutrition facts and labels show consumers how many grams of sugars are in food items or drinks, these labels are still confusing for many Americans. Statistics show obesity being a huge factor for many Americans, (34.9% overweight), and American Latinos (78% overweight), clear labeling on nutrition is a must for those looking for less sugary options.

To help consumers understand nutrition labels, the FDA has just proposed that companies declare a percentage of daily sugar intake for all nutrition labeling.

For instance, instead of showing 65 grams of sugars, the labeling would show a percentage of daily intake at 130 percent of sugars. This new labeling would calculate recommended sugar percentages for a 2,000 calories-a-day diet, with sugars not to exceed 10 percent of calories.

According to the full article, the new proposal for these label changes will take public comment for seventy-five days.