Sound Bites A Nutrition Podcast
Health & Fitness:Nutrition
History, Consumption & Dietary Guidance on Sugar, Sugars and Added Sugars
“Despite claims and concerns that we are eating more sugar than ever before, consumption of added sugars is actually on a 30% decline in the last 20 years. The 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend limiting added sugars to less than 10% of calories per day, and we’re at 12.9% right now. Back in 1910 we were at 11% - probably because of all the various functions that sugar has in food beyond sweetness.” – Courtney Gaine, PhD
There are many common myths and misunderstandings about sugar such as: sugar causes hyperactivity and diabetes, reducing sugar in foods always reduces the caloric content, and Americans consume more added sugars now than ever before. But there are many other narratives about sugar and added sugars that are taken at face value or taken out of context that warrant a closer look.
Tune in to this episode with guest Dr. Courtney Gaine to learn about:
Full shownotes and resources at: https://soundbitesrd.com/207
151: A Journalist’s Perspective on Food & Nutrition Science – Tamar Haspel
150: Avocados, Weight Loss & the Gut Microbiome – Marisa Moore
149: Vertical Farming – Dr. Jenna Bell
148: Soy Research Update: Cancer, Allergies & Protein – Mark Messina
144: Cattle, Consumer Behavior & Environmental Myths – Dr. Jennie Hodgen & Dr. Jayson Lusk
147: Diabetes Self Care Behaviors: An Update – Molly McElwee-Malloy
146: The Future of Food: Post-Pandemic – Jack Bobo
145: What You Need to Know about Coronavirus & Food - Dr. Taylor Wallace
[bonus episode] Food Waste: Save Money & The Planet
143: The Truth About Greenhouse Gasses & Agriculture – Dr. Frank Mitloehner
142: Obesity Care & Body Positivity – Ted Kyle
141: Brain Health, Concussions & Omega-3s – Dr. Michael Lewis
140: Cardiovascular Health & Omega-3s: Clearing Up Controversies – Dr. Carl Lavie
139: Plant-Based and Sustainability Trends – Dr. Shelley Balanko
138: Sweets & Snacks: Innovation, Adventure, Discovery – Mindy Hermann
136: Produce Safety, Technology & Traceability – Dr. Bob Whitaker
135: Weight Management: Customization Supports Behavior Change – Dr. Gary Foster
134: Cooking for Men – Manuel Villacorta
133: Eat, Laugh, Talk – Bri DeRosa
132: The Future of Food: Science, Policy & Values – Jack Bobo
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