According to the American Heart Association, American adults consume an average of 77 grams of sugar per day, more than three times the recommended amount for women (25 grams) and more than twice that recommended for men (32 grams). Excess sugar in the diet is associated with weight gain, diabetes, and other unwelcome health issues.
The good news? The American Heart Association says consumers are getting the message, pointing to research that suggests 77% of Americans are striving to reduce the amount of sugar in their diets.