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These 10 Foods Exceed Your Daily Sugar Target in One Serving

And you might actually mistake some for being on the healthier side.

Lauren Smith, MABrian Clista, MD
Written by Lauren Smith, MA | Reviewed by Brian Clista, MD
Updated on December 3, 2025
Reviewed by Brian Clista, MD | December 3, 2025

Most adults in the U.S. eat more added sugar than what's recommended. Even if you don't eat a lot of sweets, you might consume more sugar than you think from unexpected sources. In this video, learn how many common foods meet or exceed 25 grams of sugar in just a single serving.

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Lauren Smith, MA
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Lauren Smith, MA
Lauren Smith, MA, has worked in health journalism since 2017. Before joining GoodRx, she was the senior health editor and writer for HealthiNation.
Brian Clista, MD
Reviewed by:
Brian Clista, MD
Dr. Clista is a board-certified pediatrician who works in private practice in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He previously served as a National Health Service Corporation Scholar in the inner city of Pittsburgh for 11 years.

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