Processed food and soda are to blame for 90% of added sugar and HALF of all calories

Added sugar should only make up 10% of a person's energy intake They also contain substances not usually used in cooking - flavorings, emulsifiers and other additives designed to mimic qualities of 'real food' 'Ultra-processed' foods are to blame for up to 90 per cent of all added sugar, and half the calories in the average American's diet, a new study today revealed. The World Health Organization recommended added sugars in a person's diet account for no more than 10 per cent of of their daily energy intake. Ultra-processed foods, which include chicken and fish nuggets, instant noodles, sweet or savory packaged snacks, confectionery and desserts as well as soft drinks, are to blame for up to 90 per cent of all added sugar and half the calories in the average American's diet, a new study has revealed Researchers analyzed the diets of more than 9,000 Americans, from the 2009-10 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. The scientists noted it was only Americans whose ultra-processed food consumption was within the lowest 20 per cent, who had an average daily added sugar intake that fell below the maximum recommended limit.