The Two Foods Considered Serious Offenders of Added Sugars
                                
                                
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                                According to the American Heart Association (AHA), the average American consumes an alarming amount of added sugar daily—roughly 17 teaspoons for adults and teenagers. While sugar hides in many products, from ketchup to bread, two food categories stand out as the most significant contributors to this excessive intake.