List of Foods with Added Sugar

In recent years, there has been growing concern about the amount of added sugar in our diets. To help consumers make informed choices, this article provides a comprehensive list of common foods and beverages that often contain added sugars.

Beverages

Soft Drinks

Soft drinks are a major source of added sugars. This includes:

• Regular sodas
• Colas
• Lemonades
• Sweetened iced teas
• Energy drinks

Fruit Juices

Even though they seem healthy, many fruit juices contain added sugars:

• Apple juice
• Orange juice
• Grape juice
• Fruit punches

Coffee and Tea Drinks

Specialty coffee and tea drinks often have added sugars:

• Flavored lattes
• Iced coffees with syrups
• Sweetened iced teas
• Bubble tea

Snacks and Sweets

Baked Goods

Many baked goods are loaded with added sugars:

• Cakes and cupcakes
• Cookies
• Brownies
• Donuts
• Muffins

Candy and Chocolates

Candies and chocolates are obvious sources of added sugars:

• Milk chocolate bars
• Gummy candies
• Caramel candies
• Hard candies

Breakfast Cereals

Breakfast cereals, especially those marketed to children, often contain high levels of added sugars:

• Frosted flakes
• Cocoa puffs
• Fruit loops
• Honey nut cereals

Dairy Products

Flavored Yogurts

Flavored yogurts often have significant amounts of added sugars:

• Strawberry yogurt
• Vanilla yogurt
• Blueberry yogurt
• Fruit-on-the-bottom varieties

Ice Cream and Frozen Desserts

These treats are typically sweetened with added sugars:

• Ice creams
• Sorbets
• Frozen yogurts
• Ice pops

Condiments and Sauces

Ketchup and Salad Dressings

Common condiments that contain added sugars include:

• Ketchup
• Barbecue sauce
• Honey mustard
• Sweet salad dressings

Pasta Sauces

Many pasta sauces have added sugars to enhance flavor:

• Marinara sauce
• Alfredo sauce
• Tomato basil sauce

Processed Foods

Canned Fruits and Vegetables

These often contain added sugars in the syrup or sauces:

• Canned peaches in syrup
• Canned pears in syrup
• Sweetened tomato sauces

Packaged Snacks

Packaged snacks can also be a hidden source of added sugars:

• Granola bars
• Protein bars
• Flavored popcorn
• Sweetened dried fruits