Limit added sugars

Too much added sugar in your diet can contribute to weight gain, obesity, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease. Added Sugar are sugars and syrups that are added to foods and drinks when they are processed or prepared.

Added sugars have many names, including cane juice, corn syrup, dextrose, and fructose. Table sugar, maple syrup, and honey are also considered added sugars.

To limit added sugars, try this:

• Drink water instead of sugary drinks.
  • Add berries or slices of lime, lemon, or cucumber for more flavor.
• Add fruit to your cereal or yogurt for sweetness.
• Don't stock up on sugary drinks and snacks.
  • Instead, drink water and snack on fruit and vegetable slices.
• At coffee shops, skip the flavored syrups and whipped cream.
  • Add a low-fat or unsweetened, fortified soy beverage instead.
  • Or get back to basics with black coffee