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	<h1 class="landing"><img src="../images/sugar-img.jpg" width="599" height="286" border="0" alt="Sugar - Sugar can be part of a healthy diet. The glucose in all sugars, whether natural or added, is used by your body to fuel your brain and to provide energy for your daily activities." /></h1>

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		    <h2>Sugar 101</h2>

            <p>Learn what sugar is and what to look for when choosing foods that contain sugar.</p>

            <p><a href="sugar-101.shtml">Read basic facts about sugar</a></p>

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            <h2>How Much Sugar Is Recommended</h2>

            <p>Find out if there is an amount of sugar that is recommended each day.</p>

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            <h2>Spotting Sugars On The Food Label</h2>

            <p>Seeking out sugar on the food label? Start here.</p>

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            <h2>The Truth About Sugar And Health</h2>

            <p>Sugar doesn't cause obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease or hyperactivity.<sup>1</sup></p>

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            <h2>Sugar And Kids</h2>

            <p>Wondering about sugar in your kids diet?  This section can help.</p>

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            <p class="reference"><strong>References:</strong><br />
            <sup>1</sup> Institute of Medicine, National Academies of Sciences, Dietary Reference Intakes for Energy, Carbohydrates, Fiber, Fat, Protein and Amino Acids. The National Academies Press, Washington, DC 2002.</p>

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