Chartwells at St. John's University
Weekly Nutrition Newsletter
Volume 1, Issue 10, November 2,
2, 2009
Sugar… what’s the big deal?? While the
body does use sugar for energy, there can be
negative effects to the body when we overdo it.
Sugar-sweetened beverages contain “empty
calories.” Too much sugar can negatively affect
vital organs (liver, kidneys, pancreas).
It is impossible to avoid all sugar so it is
best to get it from complex carbohydrates such
as fruits and whole grains! These types of foods
provide other nutrients and fiber as well, which
slows the effect of sugar being absorbed into the
body.
Try to limit your consumption of sugarsweetened beverages to 0-1 per day.
Your Monday Health Tip
Don’t be a victim of technology! Sure,
the electronic gizmos are convenient.
But you will burn real calories if you get
up and walk over to talk to a friend in
person occasionally—instead of relying
on cell phones and email.
Try it-- and have a Healthy Monday!
Visit www.HealthyMonday.org
How much sugar are you sipping on?
There are approx. 40 grams of sugar in a 12- oz. glass of soda. That’s equivalent to 17 sugar cubes!
12 ounces of lemonade
12 ounces of orange soda
12 ounces of energy drinks
12 ounces of fruit punch
12 ounces of sweet iced tea
12 ounces of Vitamin Water
12 ounces of WATER
42 grams
42 grams
39 grams
38 grams
27 grams
19 grams
0 grams
18 sugar cubes
18 sugar cubes
17 sugar cubes
16 sugar cubes
11 sugar cubes
8 sugar cubes
0 sugar cubes
Mary Ellen Bingham MS, RD, CSSD - Campus Dietitian/Sports Nutritionist
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