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High sugar consumption is linked to weight gain and should be reduced to a daily maximum of 100 kcal for women and 150 kcal for men.
Practitioners should advise clients to limit added sugar intake to recommended levels to manage weight.
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the American Heart Association linked intake of added sugars to weight gain and recommended substantial decreases in consumption to a daily maximum of 100 kcal for women and 150 kcal for men.
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The claim is supported by a recommendation from a reputable organization.
Source
Examining the Health Effects of Fructose
David S. Ludwig · JAMA · 2013
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