A bottle of sports drink often equals the sugar in one glazed donut.
Granola Bars = Cookies
That “healthy” granola bar may contain as much sugar as 2 Oreo cookies.
Ketchup = Vanilla Ice Cream
Four tablespoons of ketchup hold about the same sugar as half a cup of vanilla ice cream.
Bottled Smoothies = Soda
Many bottled fruit smoothies contain as much sugar as a can of cola, sometimes more.
Dried Fruit = Gummy Bears
A small handful of dried cranberries can carry the same sugar load as a serving of gummy candy.
Instant Oatmeal Packets = Chocolate Chip Cookies
Flavored oatmeal packets often contain 12–15 grams of sugar — the same as two small cookies.
Coffeehouse Lattes = Slice of Cake
A medium flavored latte with syrup can pack over 40 grams of sugar, rivaling a generous slice of frosted cake.
Conclusion
Sugar isn’t just in desserts — it sneaks into everyday foods we often consider healthy. By being aware of these comparisons, you can make better choices, swap out hidden sugar bombs, and keep your energy (and health) in check.
