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Reduce Your Sugar Intake

  • The Barbican Centre, St Peter's Parish Centre William St Drogheda (map)

This is a very practical workshop on the topic of sugar.  It will cover the following:

  • Explanation of what sugar, in particular its place as a carbohydrate and its relationship to fibre and starch.
  • Fast releasing and slow releasing sugars explained and the health implications.
  • Discussion on the grams of sugar per day you should aim to reduce your intake level to. 
  • Reading the nutrition label in relation to 'of which sugars' and understanding what this means.  This is a hands on element with food products and labels being passed around. I also invite candidates to bring foods they regularly use to learn how to check the labels themselves.
  • Reading ingredient list to recognise hidden sugars in food.
  • Using the front of package label for quick decisions and recognising high, medium and low sugar content products
  • Natural versus added sugars - what is the difference.
  • Information on artificial sweeteners - pros and cons. 
  • The new trend with 'Polyols' in sugar free products, what they are and who should be careful consuming them!
  • Ideas and discussion on how to reduce your added sugar intake going through some sample breakfasts, lunches and dinners.
  • Questions are answered throughout the workshop.

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Earlier Event: November 14
Reduce Your Sugar Intake
Later Event: November 27
Reduce Your Sugar Intake