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Which sugar does NOT count toward 'Added Sugars' on the label?

Sugar naturally found in milk and fruit isn't an added sugar.

  1. Sugar naturally in milk and fruit ✔
  2. Honey stirred into yogurt
  3. Sugar from concentrated fruit juice

Why: FDA's added sugars line covers table sugar, syrups, honey and concentrated juices added to foods. Sugars naturally found in milk, fruit and vegetables are not added sugars.

Huh, didn't know that: FDA says the main sources of added sugars for most Americans are sugary drinks, baked goods, desserts and sweets.

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Why was the glass of milk so relaxed? Its sugar came naturally.
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Sources

  1. Added Sugars on the Nutrition Facts Label (FDA) https://www.fda.gov/food/nutrition-facts-label/added-sugars-nutrition-facts-label
  2. Added Sugars on the Nutrition Facts Label (FDA) https://www.fda.gov/food/nutrition-facts-label/added-sugars-nutrition-facts-label
  3. Sugar vs. Carbs (ADA Diabetes Food Hub) https://diabetesfoodhub.org/blog/sugar-vs-carbs-what-affecting-blood-glucose

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