MYTHS & QUESTIONS

If you are healthy, it's not necessary to cut it out completely. But many people eat more sugar than they realize, especially from snacks. Reducing sugar can help with more stable energy and fewer cravings.

General guidelines suggest keeping added sugar under 25–30 g per day. That doesn’t mean avoiding fruit, snacks or dairy completely. It mainly means being mindful of hidden sugars in snacks.

Because sugar can occur naturally in ingredients like milk, cocoa, or fruit. “No added sugar” means nothing was added specifically for sweetness during production, not that the product is completely sugar-free. Yeah, it's a very specific term.

For most people, approved sweeteners are considered safe in normal amounts. Some people choose them to reduce sugar intake, while others prefer to avoid them in favor of natural sugar source. The advantage of sweeteners is sweetness without calories and sugar spikes. The disadvantage is that some people are more sensitive to them and can feel bloated. Tt’s a personal tolerance and habit choice.

Some sweeteners and sugar alcohols can cause bloating or discomfort, especially in larger amounts or if you’re sensitive to them. If that happens, it’s usually a sign to reduce portions or choose snacks without sweeteners instead. Common sugar alcohols you’ll see in snacks • Erythritol – very popular, usually the easiest to tolerate • Xylitol – sweet, but can cause bloating for some people • Maltitol – very common in bars & chocolate, often causes digestive issues • Sorbitol – can be quite bloating, especially in larger amounts • Mannitol – less common, similar effects to sorbitol • Isomalt – often used in sugar-free candy They are used only in safe amounts but it's still recommended to watch out for your individual reaction.