Priya Nair Priya Nair Asked 5 months ago

Who guideline reduce free sugars sugar-sweetened beverages weight gain?

My dietitian suggested following some specific recommendations for sugar intake. I'm curious about who publishes the guidelines for reducing free sugars and sugar-sweetened beverages to prevent weight gain?

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Meena Kumari Meena Kumari Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago
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Arey, my sister's son also gained weight because of cold drinks. Doctors always say to drink plain water and eat home food. Those outside sugary drinks are not good for health, beti. Simple living, good health.

Rajat Kadam Rajat Kadam Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

Yaar, everyone knows it's the free sugars and those fizzy drinks that make you gain weight, na? Actually, health organizations like WHO have proper guidelines to cut them down. It's not just about calories, it's about how rapidly they spike your sugar.

Pooja Mehta Pooja Mehta Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I get so confused with all these sugar guidelines. Is it really just soft drinks, or packaged juices too? I try to avoid them, but sometimes I feel like sugar is in everything. Does anyone else find it hard to figure out what counts as 'free sugar'?

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Suresh Gupta Suresh Gupta Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

For us, it's about being smart with our choices. We try to avoid buying aerated drinks altogether. Instead, we make lemonade or jaljeera at home. Small changes like this save money and reduce sugar intake effectively. No fancy diets needed.

Sunita Sharma Sunita Sharma Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

Always verify health information, especially when it comes to diet. The World Health Organization (WHO) indeed has guidelines on limiting free sugars, specifically from sugar-sweetened beverages, for weight management. But if you have any health conditions, please discuss with your doctor or a dietician.

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Meena Devi Meena Devi Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

This is very important. For me, with thyroid issues, managing weight is already a challenge. My doctor always stresses reducing all forms of processed sugar, especially from drinks, because they contribute to weight gain so quickly. Regular follow-ups help keep me on track.

Ananya Singh Ananya Singh Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Most health apps and trackers highlight the calories and sugar content from beverages. Organisations like WHO are key here, they provide the scientific backing for why reducing free sugars, especially in drinks, is vital for preventing weight gain. My app uses these very guidelines!

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