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When looking at sugar content in different foods, how many grams is considered high?

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Dr. Dominic Riganotti
Dr. Dominic Riganottianswered
Infectious Disease 27 years experience
Sugar intake: According to the American Heart Association (AHA), the maximum amount of added sugars you should eat in a day are (7): Men: 150 calories per day (37.5 grams or 9 teaspoons)
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