Sugar Lurking in Popular Foods
Soda
The champion of hidden sugars is everyone’s favorite fizzy drink. A 12-ounce can of regular soda can pack a whopping 39 grams of sugar, which is almost the entire recommended daily intake for adults (around 50 grams).
Here’s a breakdown of typical US serving sizes, measurements, and sugar contents in popular sodas.
Soda Can (12 fl oz)
Sugar Content: This is the size typically used for nutritional information on the label. A 12-ounce can of regular soda can pack a whopping 39 grams of sugar.
Soda Bottle (20 fl oz bottle)
This is a common individual serving size.
Sugar Content: The sugar content in a 20-ounce bottle can vary depending on the brand and type of soda, but it typically falls in the range of 60-70 grams of sugar.
2 liters (67.6 fl oz) - Large family-sized bottle
Sugar Content: Due to the larger size, the total sugar content in a 2-liter bottle can be significant. It can range from 110-140 grams of sugar, depending on the brand.
Fast Food Fountain Drinks Small (16 fl oz)
Sugar Content: A small fountain drink can contain around 50-60 grams of sugar.
Medium (20 fl oz)
Sugar Content: With a slightly larger size, a medium fountain drink can have 60-70 grams of sugar.
