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What 16 Grams of Sugar Looks Like in a Smoothie

Published June 11, 2019
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An image with five colorful sugar smoothies in glasses, each containing different ingredients. Above the glasses, the text reads, "What 16 grams of sugar looks like in a smoothie.”. MyFitnessPal Blog
Published June 11, 2019
2 minute read
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While smoothies are often considered a healthy post-workout choice, some can easily sneak in more sugar than a couple scoops of ice cream if you’re not careful. Many options from a smoothie shop are made with juice, frozen yogurt and fruit concentrate. The result is a ton of added sugar, which makes smoothies not much of a health food after all. Even homemade smoothies can pack more than 30 grams of sugar from sweetened yogurt and fruit juice.

But not all smoothies need to be sugar-laden fruit bombs. You can create healthy, satisfying smoothies that have a moderate 15–16 grams of sugar by utilizing these tips: Stick to a smaller portion size, use unsweetened milk or water and watch the type of fruit you’re using and how much. If possible, stick with low-sugar fruits like berries. It’s also a good idea to add healthy fats and protein (via unsweetened Greek yogurt or protein powder).

The recipes below are great examples of nutrient-rich smoothies containing 16 grams of sugar or less per serving:

What 16 grams of sugar looks like in a smoothie

How much sugar in a Strawberry peach protein smoothie

How much sugar in a Matcha smoothie

How much sugar in a Triple berry protein smoothie

How much sugar in a Banana smoothie

How much sugar in a Kale, banana, chia, hemp superfood smoothie

The information in this article is provided solely for informational purposes. This information is not medical advice and should not be relied upon when making medical decisions, or to diagnose or treat a health condition or illness. You should seek the advice of a physician or a medical professional before beginning any dietary programs or plans, exercise regimen or any other fitness or wellness activities.

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