FOODNLA

Dr. Darien Sutton, an ABC News medical correspondent, appeared on Good Morning America to share his tips on lowering sugar intake. Here’s the scoop:

Dr. Sutton shared four key tips to reduce the daily dietary sugar intake. Dr. Sutton shared that he personally uses these tips to balance his sugar intake. Added sugars are shown under “total sugars” in nutrition labels. Under each of Dr. Sutton’s tips, you can also read about FOODNLA’s recommended picks.

Dr. Sutton: “Look closely at the nutrition labels.
Aim for a number less than 26 or 28 grams of sugar.”

1. Choose grocery items with reduced amounts of added sugars.
   • FOODNLA Recommends: Langers 100% Juice (no added sugars)
     • Coffee Creamer Pick: Land O’ Lakes Half-and-Half
2. Buy fruit that is canned in either water or natural fruit juice.
   • Brand Picks: Del Monte, Simple Truth Organic (non-GMO)…
3. Replace soda with sparkling water to reduce added sugars.
   • Brand Picks: San Pellegrino, Perrier, La Croix, Waterloo, Bubly
4. Use almond, vanilla, orange, or lemon extracts to add flavor.
   • FOODNLA Recommends: McCormick, Nielsen-Massey

“I know, DeMarco. You’ve been sitting there, just stubborn as ever…
We want you to live a long, quality life,” Dr. Sutton responded.