Does "Lite" Mean Sugar Free? Understanding the Differences
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), a product labeled “sugar-free” must contain less than 0.5 grams of sugar per serving, but does "lite" mean sugar free as well? The answer is no, and the distinction is crucial for navigating food packaging. Unlike the precise regulation for 'sugar-free,' the term 'lite' is far more ambiguous, often leaving consumers with a false sense of security.
