How much added sugar per day does the American Heart Association recommend for women?

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The American Heart Association recommends that women consume no more than 25 grams of added sugar per day.1

This recommendation is significant because many soft drinks contain 40 grams of sugar or more per 12-ounce serving, meaning a single beverage can exceed the entire daily limit for added sugar. Consuming sugar-sweetened beverages is linked to serious health risks, including metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, and coronary heart disease. Prioritizing health by limiting intake of processed sugar is an essential step in reducing the risk of these chronic conditions.1