Fruits and juices are considered healthy, but the moment they get packaged they lose all their charm (read: benefits) owing to the addition of that extra dose of sugar.
And, it’s not just juices, drinks like flavoured coffee, tea, and coconut water also contain hidden sugars, say experts.
The bitter truthThe amount of added sugar can vary widely depending on the brand and type of beverage.
According to Wahi, on average, Indians consume anywhere between 6 to 20 grams of added sugar per serving of a packaged juice or flavoured drink.
“That’s equivalent to about 1.5 to 5 teaspoons of sugar,” Wahi said.
Fruits and juices are considered healthy, but the moment they get packaged they lose all their charm (read: benefits) owing to the addition of that extra dose of sugar. And, it’s not just juices, drinks like flavoured coffee, tea, and coconut water also contain hidden sugars, say experts. “Manufacturers often add sugar to enhance flavour and sweetness, making their products more palatable,” said Eshanka Wahi, culinary nutritionist, a holistic wellness coach, and founder, of Eat Clean with Eshanka.
The bitter truth
The amount of added sugar can vary widely depending on the brand and type of beverage. According to Wahi, on average, Indians consume anywhere between 6 to 20 grams of added sugar per serving of a packaged juice or flavoured drink. “That’s equivalent to about 1.5 to 5 teaspoons of sugar,” Wahi said.
