🎯 How Much Sugar Is OK?
🧠 The American Heart Association says:
👧 Kids:
👉 3–6 teaspoons (12–25 grams) of added sugar a day
(That’s about 1–2 small treats!)
👩 Women:
👉 Up to 6 teaspoons (25g)
👨 Men:
👉 Up to 9 teaspoons (38g)
🌍 The World Health Organization says:
Limit free sugars to less than 10% of your energy.
🛡️ Best: Keep it under 5%!
🥤 How Sweet Are These Drinks?
(t = teaspoons of sugar)
🍪 Sugar in Snacks
🍽️ Sugar at Mealtime
🍳 Breakfast
🍔 Lunch & Dinner
🧠 Quick Tips to Stay Smart About Sugar!
✅ Check nutrition labels
✅ Choose water over sugary drinks
✅ Go for whole foods (fresh fruit > fruit snacks!)
✅ Ask: “Is this a treat or a regular food?”
✅ Brush & floss every day!
🦷 Your Teeth Love Low-Sugar Choices!
Less sugar = fewer cavities = more awesome smiles! 😁✨