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The World Health Organization (WHO) advises against the use of artificial sweeteners for reducing body weight or the risk of non-communicable diseases.
WHO recommends focusing on overall reducing the sweetness in the diet rather than replacing sugar with non-sugar sweeteners (NSS).
Fruit consumption should not be avoided because of its natural sugar content.
Health organizations, including WHO, recommend limiting added sugar intake to 5-10% of the daily diet, which is approximately 6-12 teaspoons per day.
Sugar can be consumed in moderation in beverages like chai or coffee, sherbets, homemade sweets like laddoo or kheer, while staying within the recommended limits.
Packaged foods such as cereals, juices, colas, energy drinks, ketchup, jams, cookies, and biscuits should be avoided on a regular basis as they can significantly increase an individual's added sugar intake.
Building healthier habits and maintaining a balanced dietary pattern is essential for overall well-being.
It is important not to adopt extreme or unsustainable approaches to sugar consumption and instead focus on simplicity and moderation.