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    Let children eat "sweet" healthily

    • Last Update: 2022-09-03
    • Source: Internet
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    Sweets are some "sweet temptations" that adults can't resist, let alone children


    What is added sugar?

    Added sugar refers to sugars that are artificially added to food, such as sucrose, fructose, glucose, and fructose syrup


    The World Health Organization's "Sugar Intake in Adults and Children" published in 2015 pointed out that reducing the intake of free sugars throughout the life course


    What are free sugars?

    Free sugars can be understood as added sugars and sugars in fruit juices in a broader category


    For moderately active 3-10-year-old children, the daily intake of free sugar should not exceed 30-50 grams, preferably 15-25 grams, after calculation according to different energy intake levels


    How much sugar is in sweets and drinks?

    Snacks, yogurt, beverages.


    Snacks are also a great way for kids to consume added sugars (free sugars)


    Are there any practical ways to avoid excess sugar intake and make children more fond of natural ingredients?

    Try to make your own natural fruit desserts and let your child participate in food selection and preparation


    Studies have shown that children tend to show greater interest in food through visual and tactile stimulation.


    (Source: Beijing Youth Daily)

     

    "China Food News" (06 edition on March 03, 2022)

    (Editor-in-charge: Qu Yuening)

     

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