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How many grams of sugar per day is it healthy to have?
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Fewer the better!: 40 grams max. The increasing sugar and corn syrup consumption best correlates with obesity in america. You do not need to ingest sugar to live.
Answered 12/10/2013
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Very little: I recommend that total grams of carbohydrates (including simple sugars) be limited to 60gm or less especially if you are overweight.
Answered 4/18/2013
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