 Is sugar really that bad for us? According to the World Health Organization, we should only be consuming about 6 teaspoons of sugar per day. However, the average American exceeds this recommended daily amount in only one can of soda. In fact, most Americans don't know that added sugar is hiding in about 74% of our packaged foods. The average American is said to consume 150 pounds of sugar per year. Most Americans eat 100% of their daily sugar allowance during breakfast. 33% of the average American's sugar consumption comes from soda. And last, sugar is about as addictive as cocaine. Because sugar impacts just about every organ system in the body, overconsumption of it can lead to a variety of health issues like obesity, diabetes, and even depression. Sugar can masquerade in unexpected places. Stay alert to foods and drinks like fruit juices, potato chips, ketchup, crackers, peanut butter, salad dressings, mayonnaise, and yogurt. If you have any questions, please call, visit, or email us and one of our knowledgeable staff members will be happy to assist you.