Sugar is public enemy No. 1 these days, but is cutting it from our diet the answer – and is that even possible? Self-confessed sugar addict KAYCE TEO finds out ...

Watch out for added sugar in your children’s diet. Even if they don’t have a sweet tooth, they might still be consuming too much of it ...

Even if you stay away from sweets and choose water over soft drinks, you might still be consuming way too much sugar. Only up to 10 percent of your total calorie count should come from added sugars, according to the Health Promotion Board (HPB). That’s between 40g and 55g – or eight and 11 teaspoons – of added sugar. The HPB’s recommendations are the same as the endorsements issued by the US government. If you are overweight or often feel lethargic, there is a chance you’re taking in too much of the white stuff. But there’s a simple fix: Cutting back has real benefits – namely, it makes you feel rejuvenated and helps you drop kilos. So worth it ...

Sugar is public enemy No. 1 these days, but is cutting it from our diet the answer – and is that even possible? Self-confessed sugar addict KAYCE TEO finds out ...