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We also have a [[generic conversion table]] and a [[portions per person lookup]]. | We also have a [[generic conversion table]] and a [[portions per person lookup]]. | ||
===Sugar substitues=== | ===Sugar substitues=== | ||
According to [http://www.nhs.uk/chq/Pages/1139.aspx?CategoryID=51&SubCategoryID=167 Uk National Health Service guidelines], added sugars shouldn’t make up more than 10% of the energy (calorie intake) you get from food and drink each day. This is about | According to [http://www.nhs.uk/chq/Pages/1139.aspx?CategoryID=51&SubCategoryID=167 Uk National Health Service guidelines], added sugars shouldn’t make up more than 10% of the energy (calorie intake) you get from food and drink each day. This is about 70 g for men and 50 g for women but it varies depending on: your size, your age and how how active you are. In short, it's probable that we should cut down on the amount of sugar we consume. | ||
====Cutting down on sugar==== | ====Cutting down on sugar==== | ||
These tips may help you cut down on sugar: | These tips may help you cut down on sugar: | ||