Is Packaged Fruit Juice Healthy? 100% Juice, Nectar, Concentrate (Video)

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Did you know a glass of juice has as much sugar as soda?

Did you know a glass of juice has as much sugar as soda?

Juice Labels Explained

We’ll break down juice labels so you know what you’re really drinking, and reveal the one simple trick to cut hidden sugar for your health and your kids.

What the names mean

100 % juice is just fruit liquid, about ten grams sugar per hundred milliliters. Nectar mixes juice, water and added sugar, while juice drinks are mostly water, sugar and flavor.

Sugar in a 250 ml glass

A typical 250 ml glass of 100 % orange juice carries around 25 g of sugar, about six teaspoons, the same as a soda. That’s why it can spike your blood sugar quickly.

How to read the label

When you pick a carton, first look under the brand for the product name, juice, nectar, or drink. Then read the first ingredient; if it’s water followed by sugar, it’s mostly sweetened water with a splash of fruit.

Typical sugar range

Most juices and nectars contain roughly ten to twelve grams of sugar per hundred milliliters, so anything above twelve grams is on the heavy side.

Who should be careful

If you have diabetes, a glass of juice can raise blood sugar fast, so whole fruit is better with meals. Pregnant women should watch sugar intake, and kids need only a small amount of 100 % juice as an occasional treat.

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Remember the simple wisdom: eat the orange, drink the water. The fruit’s fiber and nutrients stay in the solid, while the juice gives you sugar without the bulk.

The one label trick

The one label trick to cut hidden sugar is to check the sugar amount per 100 ml. If it’s over twelve grams, it’s more of a sweetened drink than pure juice.

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Read the complete guide on thecareonline.com. This is general information, not medical advice.