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Sneaky Sugar

Sneaky Sugar. Presented by: Birgit Humpert & Liz Dahlgren Keene State Dietetic Interns. Today you will. Look at the effects sugar has on the body. Be able to measure the amount of sugar in foods. Identify sugar on the food label and in the ingredient list .

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Sneaky Sugar

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  1. Sneaky Sugar Presented by: Birgit Humpert & Liz Dahlgren Keene State Dietetic Interns

  2. Today you will • Look at the effects sugar has on the body. • Be able to measure the amount of sugar in foods. • Identify sugar on the food label and in the ingredient list. • Identify different names for sugar in food products.

  3. Icebreaker Find your match!

  4. Find your Match Answers

  5. What is Sugar? Sugar is a simple carbohydrate. Carbohydrates are a source of fuel or energy for our bodies. When we eat foods that contain sugar, our bodies either use it for energy or it is stored.

  6. What happens in our bodies when we eat sugar? Once liver and muscle stores are full, extra gets converted to fat Glucose that’s not needed immediately gets stored in liver and muscles Immediate energy

  7. What is Natural Sugar? • Natural Sugar is sugar that comes from natural sources like fruit. • Although this sugar isn’t much different then added sugar, we get many vitamins and minerals from the foods that contain natural sugar. • For example, fruits and vegetables contain fructose, which is a natural sugar. Fruit also contains many vitamins, minerals, and fiber.

  8. What is Added Sugar? Added Sugar is any sugar that is found in foods that is not naturally occurring It is referred to as ‘empty calories’ Added sugar does not give us vitamins and minerals.

  9. How does Sugar effect our bodies? • Consuming natural sugar from fruits, vegetables, and dairy supplies us with energy. • Eating too many foods with added sugar sets the stage for potential health problems, such as: • Poor Nutrition • Obesity • Tooth Decay • How do you feel after you eat a lot of sugar?

  10. How much sugar is in my drink?

  11. How many grams of sugar are in 1 teaspoon? One teaspoon of sugar = 4 grams. ForExample: If you are buying a bottle of Coca Cola with 44 grams of sugar, you would divide 44 by 4 which is equal to about 11 teaspoons of sugar.

  12. Sugar Measuring Activity

  13. The Many Names of Sugar

  14. Food Label Activity

  15. Tips to reduce added sugar in your diet Drink water or low fat milk instead of sports drinks or sodas. When you drink fruit juice, make sure its 100% fruit juice, better yet, eat the fruit rather than the juice. Choose breakfast cereals carefully- read those labels! When choosing canned fruit, find those packed in water or juice. Use condiments sparingly- the sugar can add up quickly!

  16. Stick to one serving of a special treat per day!

  17. Evaluation Sugar Jeopardy Game

  18. Call to Action • We encourage you to: • Limit your added sugar intake from drinks and foods • Chose water or low fat milk instead of sodas and sports drinks • Check the ingredients for hidden sugar

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