Breakfast just got a little less sweet
Some of the most popular children's cereals — Lucky Charms, Trix and Cocoa Pebbles — have cut back on the sugar. A study shows that children are content eating healthier, low-sugar brands
By Elena Conis, Special to the Los Angeles Times
This article discusses how major companies such as General Mills are cutting the sugar content of their cereals. These days it seems as if sugar is everywhere, especially in our morning meal. Chocolate is full of sugar and is sadly a main flavor in the aisle of sugary goodness. Paired with child obesity it is a great thing that GM is taking this small step into a healthier light. Though the cut isn't that much (they now serve 9 grams of sugar verses 14).
If more places cut back on their sugar content without sacrificing great taste, obesity could slowly come to a stop. Sugar, though okay in proper proportions can be a silent killer. Coca Cola alone has 39 grams of sugar, and is more of a contributing factor when it comes to weight gain and other health problems. Also if more kids poured themselves 2 cups of cereal verses a whole bowl. Proportions are key when it comes to keeping the sugar content in check.
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