Is it bad to have sugar for breakfast? The truth behind morning energy spikes and crashes
                                
                                
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                                According to the American Heart Association, men should have no more than 36 grams of added sugar per day, while the limit for women is 25 grams. Many popular breakfast foods far exceed this guideline, which begs the question: is it bad to have sugar for breakfast, or is the morning rush a harmless start to the day?