Alarmingly, Australian teens are consuming nearly 40 teaspoons of added sugar per day; a lot more than the 6 teaspoons a day recommended by the World Health Organisation. Too much added sugar is linked to a range of major health problems – tooth decay, type 2 diabetes, obesity and heart disease to name a few.
6 Spoons in June is about being brave and freeing ourselves from our dependence on sugar. Using the tools on 6 Spoons in June web site we can gradually reduce our sugar intake over four weeks, and swap over-sweetened food for healthier foods that are just as tasty.
6 Spoons in June is not about giving up the occasional biscuit, chocolate or fruit juice: we know these are sugary treats and not everyday foods. It’s about becoming more aware of the hidden added sugars in your life; taking a closer look at what’s in the food you choose for yourself and your family.
Throughout June we’re spreading the word on our social channels about low-sugar happiness, sharing stories and lifting the lid on healthy-looking foods that have a hidden sugary side.
No matter what your shopping or cooking skills are like, 6 Spoons in June has tools and tips to help you on the journey towards a new daily target of 6 teaspoons of added sugar or less.
