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The average 12 oz soda contains about the equivalent 10 tsps of sugar (technically speaking most sodas are made with corn syrup, which is essentially the same). Assuming you drink one soda a day, 365 days a year, you would consume 3650 tsps or approximately 32 lbs of sugar (113.4 tsps/lb) just in terms of soda. The sodas that are sold today usually come in 20 oz sizes (the ones typically sold in vending machines -- these state that they have 2.5 servings which is total BS. Everyone I know drinks those as one serving. I used to drink at least one of these per day, perhaps more). But assuming I drank a 20 oz bottle per day (or 2.5 servings), the math would work out to about 54 lbs of sugar per year, just in soda.
Sugar is everywhere in food: most obviously in cakes, cookies, and candy, but also in bread, sauces and condiments, salty snacks, jellies and jams, batters, etc. I would estimate that the average american consumes about 100 - 120 lbs of sugar annually.
Looking at the 5 lb. bag of sugar on my kitchen counter and envisioning what 100 lbs of sugar would look like, its disgusting to think that we expect our bodies to process this and not become obese and/or get Diabetes.
***EDIT - I don't want to delete the above because it's informative....but according to the FDA the average American consumes between 140-200 pounds of sugar yearly....that equates to about 1/2 pound of sugar daily.
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What does Americans use 50 pounds of per year?
The average American consumes 50 pounds worth of sugar each year.
Which statements about sugar are true?
At present, the average American diet is relatively high in sugar, including refined carbohydratesIn 2012, the average American consumed a whopping 130 pounds of sugar! This can lead to an increased risk of obesity, becoming overweight, and Type II diabetes. We can limit our sugar intake by limiting the amount of processed foods and sugary drinks we consume.
How is it figured out how much sugar a person consumes?
as much as he can
How much sugar does America use in a year?
As of recent estimates, the United States consumes approximately 100 million metric tons of sugar annually. This figure includes all forms of sugar, including cane sugar, beet sugar, and high-fructose corn syrup. The average American is estimated to consume around 150 pounds of sugar each year. This high level of sugar consumption has raised concerns regarding health issues, including obesity and diabetes.
How many pounds of sugar did the average American eat in 2006?
33
How much American sugar can you use if the recipe is English?
the amount listed in recipe
How much sugar is okay to have in a healthy diet plan?
Studies have shown the average human consumes too much sugar daily of about 22 teaspoons. The recommended daily intake of sugar for men is 9 teaspoons, for women 5 teaspoons and for children 3 teaspoons.
What is all the food a person consumes called?
Water
What kind of food does does the average American eat most?
Sugar just like every human being. Sugar = energy
Approximately how many pounds of total sugars are consumed by the average US resident each year?
The average US resident consumes about 150 pounds of total sugars per year, including both naturally occurring and added sugars. This amount is well above the recommended limits set by health organizations.
How do i solve this math question A male consumes 11.4 of his daily caloric intake from sugar drinks that male consumes 2400 calories each day how many calories come from sugar drinks?
its 11.4 percent sorry for the typo
What happens when sugar patient consumes alchahol?
When a person with diabetes consumes alcohol, it can lead to fluctuations in blood sugar levels. Alcohol can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) if consumed without food or if in excess. It is important for individuals with diabetes to monitor their blood sugar levels closely when drinking alcohol and to drink in moderation.
