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      High free sugars content in regular and low-calorie sweetened beverages from the Argentine market Translated title: Alto contenido de azúcares en bebidas regulares y bajas calorías del mercado argentino

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          Abstract Introduction: Sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) contain significant amounts of free sugars. SSBs consumption is strongly associated with overweight/obesity, dental caries, type 2 diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular disease, and other illnesses. The aim of this work was to evaluate the content of free sugars in Argentinian SSBs. Methodology: Fructose, glucose and sucrose concentrations were measured in 53 samples from carbonated and non-carbonated SSBs through colorimetric techniques; regular (n=26) and low-calorie (n=27) beverages, classified according to nutritional label, were included. The total amount of sugars was calculated and compared with the declared value. Results: Regular and low-calorie SSBs differ in their glucose, fructose and sucrose concentrations, but do not differ in their free fructose concentrations. Furthermore, SSBs display higher concentrations of fructose compared to glucose, with a fructose/glucose ratio of 1.45. Conclusions: Regular and low-calorie SSBs differ respect of the free fructose content. This study, also, provides evidence of the variability in sugar composition in similar beverages of different brands, which can be a confounding factor for consumers. Besides the importance of the sugar content of food, it is necessary to evaluate the other components present to assess comprehensively their nutritional quality.

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          Resumen Introducción: Las bebidas azucaradas (BBAs) contienen cantidades significativas de azúcares libres. El consumo de BBAs está fuertemente asociado con el desarrollo de sobrepeso/obesidad, caries dental, diabetes mellitus tipo 2, enfermedades cardiovasculares y otras enfermedades. El objetivo de este trabajo fue evaluar el contenido de azúcares libres en BBAs del mercado argentino. Metodología: Se cuantificó la concentración de fructosa, fructosa libre, glucosa y sacarosa mediante técnicas colorimétricas en BBAs de Argentina, incluyendo bebidas regulares (n=26) y bajas en calorías (n=27). Además, se calculó la cantidad total de azúcares y se lo comparó con la cantidad mencionada en los rótulos nutricionales. Resultados: Las BBAs regulares y bajas en calorías difieren en la concentración de glucosa, fructosa y sacarosa pero no difieren en la concentración de fructosa libre. Además, todas las muestras evaluadas presentaron mayor contenido de fructosa que de glucosa, con una relación fructosa/glucosa de 1,45. Conclusiones: Las BBAs regulares y bajas en calorías no difieren respecto del contenido de fructosa libre. Este estudio también proporciona evidencia de la variabilidad en la composición nutricional en bebidas similares de distintas marcas, lo que puede ser un factor de confusión para los consumidores. Si bien es de importancia evaluar el contenido de azúcares en los alimentos, es necesario analizar los demás componentes presentes para valorar de forma integral su calidad nutricional.

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            The role of sugar-sweetened beverages in the global epidemics of obesity and chronic diseases

            Sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) are a major source of added sugars in the diet. A robust body of evidence has linked habitual intake of SSBs with weight gain and a higher risk (compared with infrequent SSB consumption) of type 2 diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular diseases and some cancers, which makes these beverages a clear target for policy and regulatory actions. This Review provides an update on the evidence linking SSBs to obesity, cardiometabolic outcomes and related cancers, as well as methods to grade the strength of nutritional research. We discuss potential biological mechanisms by which constituent sugars can contribute to these outcomes. We also consider global trends in intake, alternative beverages (including artificially-sweetened beverages) and policy strategies targeting SSBs that have been implemented in different settings. Strong evidence from cohort studies on clinical outcomes and clinical trials assessing cardiometabolic risk factors supports an aetiological role of SSBs in relation to weight gain and cardiometabolic diseases. Many populations show high levels of SSB consumption and in low-income and middle-income countries, increased consumption patterns are associated with urbanization and economic growth. As such, more intensified policy efforts are needed to reduce intake of SSBs and the global burden of obesity and chronic diseases. Evidence from cohort studies and clinical trials supports an aetiological role of sugar-sweetened beverage (SSB) intake in the development of obesity and related chronic diseases. This Review provides an up-to-date view, considering the evidence, potential mechanisms and policy actions to reduce the global intake of SSBs. Sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) are consumed on a global scale, with intake levels above the recommended daily limits for free sugar in many high-income countries and on the rise in low-income and middle-income countries. Prospective cohort studies of clinical outcomes and clinical trials assessing intermediate risk factors provide strong evidence for an aetiological relationship between SSBs and weight gain and the risk of related chronic diseases. SSBs promote weight gain through adding additional liquid calories to the diet, from hyperinsulinaemia induced by the rapid absorption of glucose, and possibly from activation of the dopaminergic reward system. SSBs contribute to chronic disease risk through weight gain, through development of risk factors precipitated by adverse glycaemic effects and through hepatic metabolism of excess fructose from sugars in SSBs. Several policy and regulatory strategies exist across different levels of governance that can be adopted concurrently to change social norms and limit intake of SSBs among individuals and populations. Given the consistency of the evidence across different populations and high intake levels globally, reducing intake of SSBs is one important step to improving overall diet quality and cardiometabolic health.
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              Sugar in Infants, Children and Adolescents: A Position Paper of the European Society for Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition Committee on Nutrition

              The consumption of sugars, particularly sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs; beverages or drinks that contain added caloric sweeteners (ie, sucrose, high-fructose corn syrup, fruit juice concentrates), in European children and adolescents exceeds current recommendations. This is of concern because there is no nutritional requirement for free sugars, and infants have an innate preference for sweet taste, which may be modified and reinforced by pre- and postnatal exposures. Sugar-containing beverages/free sugars increase the risk for overweight/obesity and dental caries, can result in poor nutrient supply and reduced dietary diversity, and may be associated with increased risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular risk, and other health effects. The term "free sugars," includes all monosaccharides/disaccharides added to foods/beverages by the manufacturer/cook/consumer, plus sugars naturally present in honey/syrups/unsweetened fruit juices and fruit juice concentrates. Sugar naturally present in intact fruits and lactose in amounts naturally present in human milk or infant formula, cow/goat milk, and unsweetened milk products is not free sugar. Intake of free sugars should be reduced and minimised with a desirable goal of <5% energy intake in children and adolescents aged ≥2 to 18 years. Intake should probably be even lower in infants and toddlers <2 years. Healthy approaches to beverage and dietary consumption should be established in infancy, with the aim of preventing negative health effects in later childhood and adulthood. Sugar should preferably be consumed as part of a main meal and in a natural form as human milk, milk, unsweetened dairy products, and fresh fruits, rather than as SSBs, fruit juices, smoothies, and/or sweetened milk products. Free sugars in liquid form should be replaced by water or unsweetened milk drinks. National Authorities should adopt policies aimed at reducing the intake of free sugars in infants, children and adolescents. This may include education, improved labelling, restriction of advertising, introducing standards for kindergarten and school meals, and fiscal measures, depending on local circumstances.
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                Journal
                renhyd
                Revista Española de Nutrición Humana y Dietética
                Rev Esp Nutr Hum Diet
                Academia Española de Nutrición y Dietética (Pamplona, Navarra, Spain )
                2173-1292
                2174-5145
                December 2022
                : 26
                : 4
                : 246-254
                Affiliations
                [3] orgnameNational University of Rosario orgdiv1School of Biochemistry Sciences orgdiv2Bromatology and Nutrition Area Argentina
                [4] orgnameNational University of Rosario orgdiv1School of Medicine orgdiv2Metabolic Physiology Laboratory Argentina
                [1] Buenos Aires orgnameConsejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas Argentina
                [5] orgnameNational University of Rosario orgdiv1School of Medicine orgdiv2Chair of Biology Argentina
                [2] Santa Fé orgnameUniversidad Nacional de Rosario orgdiv1School of Medicine orgdiv2Bone Biology Laboratory Argentina
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                S2174-51452022000400246 S2174-5145(22)02600400246
                10.14306/renhyd.26.4.1692
                408e7694-0fc0-419f-a099-8fa00dbb9283

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                : 19 August 2022
                : 01 June 2022
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                Sugar-Sweetened Beverages,Fructosa,Sacarosa,Bebidas Azucaradas,Valor Nutritivo,Fructose,Sucrose,Nutritive Value

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