We Eat More Than We Think!

The only thing good about sugar is…it tastes good! After that, it’s all downhill… it’s high in calories, provides only a brief increase in energy, and greatly increases the growth of bacteria and tooth decay potential.

When Eskimos lived a sugar-free diet, their teeth were perfect. No cavities! Once whalers and traders introduced them to a Western diet, tooth decay skyrocketed.

So, while you may not think that you’re eating too much in your diet, beware of hidden sources and other sweet substitutes.

Hidden Sugar Sources

• Cough syrups
• Yogurt with fruit
• Breakfast cereals
• Fruit juice
• Ketchup and many other condiments
• Preservatives in canned foods

Other Forms of Sugar

• Agave Nectar
• Caramel
• Honey
• Molasses
• Sorghum
• Sucrose
• Fructose
• Glucose
• High Fructose Corn Syrup
• and many others