Nutritional profile of sugar-sweetened beverages destined to the youngsters marketed in Brazil and Portugal

ABSTRACT Objective To analyze and compare the sugar content in sugar sweetened beverages in Brazil and Portugal, according to the Pan American Health Organization nutritional profile model. Methods One hundred six equivalent sugary beverages were selected in the markets of São Paulo, Brazil and Porto, Portugal. Nutritional information reported on the labels was reviewed, according to the Pan American Health Organization nutritional profile model, regarding the critical content of free sugars, salt, total saturated fats and trans fatty acids. Results The Brazilian nectars presented higher amounts of sugar and vitamin C compared to Portuguese nectars that contained more protein. The juices in Portugal contained a higher content of vitamin C and Portuguese dairy beverages had higher levels of protein and sodium, while the Brazilian ones had more total fats. According to the critical nutrients proposed by the Pan American Health Organization, Brazil had excess sodium in dairy beverages and soft drinks, while in Portugal excess sodium was found in nectars and dairy beverages. In both countries, excess free sugars were present in all beverages. Conclusion The amount of sugar in the beverages represents an important contribution of added sugar, especially in the Brazilian nectars. The identification of this component in sugary beverages is fundamental for the adoption of strategies of food education to control obesity.

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Cross-sectional survey of the amount of free sugars and calories in carbonated sugar-sweetened beverages on sale in the UK

Primary Health Care ◽

10.7748/phc.27.5.13.s17 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 27 (5) ◽

pp. 13-13

Author(s):

Susan Davies

Keyword(s):

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Sugar Sweetened Beverages ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Free Sugars ◽

Sweetened Beverages ◽

The Uk

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Sugar Sweetened Beverages Consumption among University Students of Bangladesh

International Journal of Public Health Science (IJPHS) ◽

10.11591/ijphs.v6i2.6635 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 6 (2) ◽

pp. 157 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Munmun Shabnam Bipasha ◽

Tahsin Sharmila Raisa ◽

Shatabdi Goon

Keyword(s):

University Students ◽

Peer Influence ◽

Fast Food ◽

Public Awareness ◽

Dietary Guidelines ◽

Sugar Sweetened Beverages ◽

Awareness Campaigns ◽

Sweetened Beverages ◽

Good Taste ◽

Sugary Beverages

Drinking large amounts of sugary beverages can increase the risk of gaining weight and developing Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and other metabolic diseases. This study examined the preference, prevalence and pattern of sugar sweetened beverages consumption among university students of Bangladesh. A cross-sectional study was carried out from February to April, 2017 among students attending in a private university of Bangladesh. One hundred fifty undergraduates responded (83.4% male, 15.9% female) in this study. Most students (95.4%) reported sugared beverage intake and 53.6% reported more than two days in a week intake. Male students were more likely than female students to report regular sugary beverages intake (85.4% vs. 14.5%). The main reasons for fast food consumption were: good taste and refreshing (80.1%), cost effective (6.6%), easy accessibility (2.6%), increased convenience (8.6%), peer influence (1.3%). Good taste and price were the most important factors in choosing beverages. Coca-Cola (49%), Fanta (25.8%), Sprite(9.9%) and Slice(14.6%) has been reported as mostly consumed beverages among students. Most students (54.5%) reported sugary beverages purchase from neighborhood convenient stores. 94.5% students said that if they would provide with healthful beverages within their food environment, they would prefer drinking healthful beverages (lemon water, non-sugary beverages) instead of sugar beverages. Self-reported sugar-sweetened beverage consumption among undergraduates is substantial and likely contributes considerable non-nutritive calories, which may contribute to weight gain. Specific health education programs, dietary guidelines and effective public awareness campaigns could be initiated to address the unhealthy drinking pattern of university students and improve their health.

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The effectiveness of self-regulation in limiting the advertising of unhealthy foods and beverages on children’s preferred websites in Canada

Public Health Nutrition ◽

10.1017/s1368980017004177 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 21 (9) ◽

pp. 1608-1617 ◽

Cited By ~ 19

Author(s):

Monique Potvin Kent ◽

Elise Pauzé

Keyword(s):

Nutritional Quality ◽

Self Regulation ◽

Nutrient Content ◽

Free Sugars ◽

Food And Beverage ◽

Pan American ◽

Advertising Exposure ◽

Health Organization ◽

The Uk

AbstractObjectiveTo assess the effectiveness of the self-regulatory Canadian Children’s Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative (CAI) in limiting advertising of unhealthy foods and beverages on children’s preferred websites in Canada.Design/Setting/SubjectsSyndicated Internet advertising exposure data were used to identify the ten most popular websites for children (aged 2–11 years) and determine the frequency of food/beverage banner and pop-up ads on these websites from June 2015 to May 2016. Nutrition information for advertised products was collected and their nutrient content per 100 g was calculated. Nutritional quality of all food/beverage ads was assessed using the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and UK Nutrient Profile Models (NPM). Nutritional quality of CAI and non-CAI company ads was compared usingχ2analyses and independentttests.ResultsAbout 54 million food/beverage ads were viewed on children’s preferred websites from June 2015 to May 2016. Most (93·4 %) product ads were categorized as excessive in fat, Na or free sugars as per the PAHO NPM and 73·8 % were deemed less healthy according to the UK NPM. CAI-company ads were 2·2 times more likely (OR; 99 % CI) to be excessive in at least one nutrient (2·2; 2·1, 2·2,P<0·001) and 2·5 times more likely to be deemed less healthy (2·5; 2·5, 2·5,P<0·001) than non-CAI ads. On average, CAI-company product ads also contained (mean difference; 99 % CI) more energy (141; 141·1, 141·4 kcal,P<0·001,r=0·55), sugar (18·2; 18·2, 18·2 g,P<0·001,r=0·68) and Na (70·0; 69·7, 70·0 mg,P<0·001,r=0·23) per 100 g serving than non-CAI ads.ConclusionsThe CAI is not limiting unhealthy food and beverage advertising on children’s preferred websites in Canada. Mandatory regulations are needed.

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Nutritional Profile and the use "Whole Grains" Claims in Packaged Food in Brazil

10.21203/rs.3.rs-200460/v1 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Giovanna Andrade ◽

Laís Amaral Mais ◽

Camila Ricardo ◽

Ana Clara Duran ◽

Ana Paula Martins

Keyword(s):

Food Choices ◽

Whole Grains ◽

Whole Grain ◽

Nutritional Profile ◽

Packaged Foods ◽

Pan American ◽

Health Organization ◽

Packaged Food ◽

Critical Nutrients ◽

To Receive

Abstract Background: Although the nutrition claim “whole grains” can be found in packaged foods marketed in Brazil, the current legislation does not establish composition or labelling criteria to its use, which may confuse and misinform consumers and lead to inadequate food choices. Thus, the present study aims to assess the use of “whole grains” claims in food products marketed in Brazil, and to assess the nutritional profile of these products. Methods: We used data from 775 grain-based packaged foods collected in Brazil from April to July 2017. Using the INFORMAS’s protocol for food labelling, we estimated the prevalence of packaged foods with “whole grains” claims. The amount of whole grains was evaluated using the ingredients list. We compared the nutritional profile of the products with and without "whole grains" claims using the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) nutrient profile criteria. Results: Results show that about 19% of the assessed products had "whole grains" claims; of these, 35% did not have any whole grain among the top three ingredients. These products also had a high proportion of refined ingredients (e.g. refined flour and sugar) and were high in critical nutrients according to PAHO´s criteria. Conclusion: Our results showed the need to improve Brazilian food labeling regulation in order to determine thresholds for wholemeal flour content to allow foods to receive “whole grains” claim.

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Excise taxes on sugar-sweetened beverages in Latin America and the Caribbean

Revista Panamericana de Salud Pública ◽

10.26633/rpsp.2021.21 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 45 ◽

pp. 1

Author(s):

Rosa Carolina Sandoval ◽

Maxime Roche ◽

Itziar Belausteguigoitia ◽

Miriam Alvarado ◽

Luis Galicia ◽

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Keyword(s):

Latin America ◽

Bottled Water ◽

Sugar Concentration ◽

World Health ◽

Future Research ◽

Sugar Sweetened Beverages ◽

Excise Taxes ◽

Sweetened Beverages ◽

The Caribbean ◽

Health Organization

Objective. To characterize the design of excise taxes on sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) in Latin America and the Caribbean and assess opportunities to increase their impact on SSB consumption and health. Methods. A comprehensive search and review of the legislation in effect as of March 2019, collected through existing Pan American Health Organization and World Health Organization monitoring tools, secondary sources, and surveying ministries of finance. The analysis focused on the type of products taxed, and the structure and base of these excise taxes. Results. Out of the 33 countries analyzed, 21 apply excise taxes on SSBs. Seven countries also apply excise taxes on bottled water and at least four include sugar-sweetened milk drinks. Ten of these excise taxes are ad valorem with some tax bases set early in the value chain, seven are amount-specific, and four have either a combined or mixed structure. Three countries apply excise taxes based on sugar concentration. Conclusions. While the number of countries applying excise taxes on SSBs is promising, there is great heterogeneity in design in terms of structure, tax base, and products taxed. Existing excise taxes could be further leveraged to improve their impact on SSB consumption and health by including all categories of SSBs, excluding bottled water, and relying more on amount-specific taxes regularly adjusted for inflation and possibly based on sugar concentration. All countries would benefit from additional guidance. Future research should aim to address this gap.

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Cross-sectional survey of the amount of free sugars and calories in carbonated sugar-sweetened beverages on sale in the UK

BMJ Open ◽

10.1136/bmjopen-2015-010874 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 6 (11) ◽

pp. e010874 ◽

Cited By ~ 10

Author(s):

Kawther M Hashem ◽

Feng J He ◽

Katharine H Jenner ◽

Graham A MacGregor

Keyword(s):

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Sugar Sweetened Beverages ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Free Sugars ◽

Sweetened Beverages ◽

The Uk

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Are Fruit Juices Healthier Than Sugar-Sweetened Beverages? A Review

Nutrients ◽

10.3390/nu11051006 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 11 (5) ◽

pp. 1006 ◽

Cited By ~ 15

Author(s):

Alexandra Pepin ◽

Kimber L. Stanhope ◽

Pascal Imbeault

Keyword(s):

Fruit Juice ◽

Metabolic Diseases ◽

Blood Lipid ◽

Fruit Juices ◽

Metabolic Effects ◽

Free Sugar ◽

Sugar Sweetened Beverages ◽

Blood Lipid Profile ◽

Free Sugars ◽

Sweetened Beverages

Free sugars overconsumption is associated with an increased prevalence of risk factors for metabolic diseases such as the alteration of the blood lipid levels. Natural fruit juices have a free sugar composition quite similar to that of sugar-sweetened beverages. Thus, could fruit juice consumption lead to the same adverse effects on health as sweetened beverages? We attempted to answer this question by reviewing the available evidence on the health effects of both sugar-sweetened beverages and natural fruit juices. We determined that, despite the similarity of fruits juices to sugar-sweetened beverages in terms of free sugars content, it remains unclear whether they lead to the same metabolic consequences if consumed in equal dose. Important discrepancies between studies, such as type of fruit juice, dose, duration, study design, and measured outcomes, make it impossible to provide evidence-based public recommendations as to whether the consumption of fruit juices alters the blood lipid profile. More randomized controlled trials comparing the metabolic effects of fruit juice and sugar-sweetened beverage consumption are needed to shape accurate public health guidelines on the variety and quantity of free sugars in our diet that would help to prevent the development of obesity and related health problems.

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Energy-dense dietary patterns high in free sugars and saturated fat and associations with obesity in young adults

European Journal of Nutrition ◽

10.1007/s00394-021-02758-y ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Katherine Mary Livingstone ◽

Meaghan J. Sexton-Dhamu ◽

Felicity J. Pendergast ◽

Anthony Worsley ◽

Barbara Brayner ◽

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Keyword(s):

Young Adults ◽

Dietary Patterns ◽

Vegetable Intake ◽

Reduced Rank Regression ◽

Food Diary ◽

Fiber Density ◽

Sugar Sweetened Beverages ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Free Sugars ◽

Sweetened Beverages

Abstract Purpose To derive dietary patterns based on dietary energy density (DED), free sugars, SFA, and fiber and investigate association with odds of overweight/obesity in young adults. Methods Cross-sectional data from 625 young Australian adults (18–30 years) were used. Dietary patterns were derived using reduced rank regression based on dietary data from a smartphone food diary using DED, free sugars, SFA, and fiber density as response variables. Multivariable logistic regression was used to investigate associations between dietary patterns and odds of self-reported overweight/obesity (BMI ≥ 25 kg/m2). Results Two dietary patterns were identified (DP1 and DP2). DP-1 was positively correlated with DED, free sugars, and SFA, and inversely correlated with fiber density. It was characterized by higher sugar-sweetened beverages intake and lower vegetable intake, and associated with higher odds of overweight/obesity (OR: 1.22; 95% CI 1.05, 1.42). DP-2 was positively correlated with fiber density and free sugars, and inversely correlated with DED and SFA. It was characterized by higher sugar-sweetened beverages intake and lower non-lean red meat intake, and was not significantly associated with overweight/obesity. Conclusion An energy-dense dietary pattern high in free sugars and SFA and low in fiber was associated with higher odds of obesity in young adults. These findings support dietary interventions that target reductions in energy-dense foods and sugar-sweetened beverages.

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