Tag: Us sugar consumption

While some outdated or misleading reports have placed the United States as the fifth largest sugar consumer, recent data indicates a more complex reality. The nation’s ranking shifts dramatically depending on whether total consumption or per capita intake is being measured, highlighting a critical distinction in global dietary analysis.

According to the American Heart Association, sugar-sweetened beverages are the single largest source of added sugars in the average American's diet, accounting for more than one-third of total intake. This dependence on processed foods means the sugar we consume comes from complex and varied sources, including multiple domestic crops and international imports.