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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Julia Musto

The generation that consumes up to six servings of sweets daily

  • A new survey indicates that nearly three-quarters of Gen Z individuals, aged 14-29, consume between one and six servings of sweets daily, a significantly higher rate than Baby Boomers.
  • The survey also found that 86 percent of Gen Z consider themselves “sweet treat people”, with Millennials closely following at 81 percent.
  • These findings contradict a previous survey from November, which suggested Gen Z had the lowest craving for sweet items.
  • Overall, Americans consume an average of 17 teaspoons of added sugar daily, exceeding recommended limits by more than threefold and equating to roughly 60 pounds annually.
  • Excessive sugar intake is linked to serious health issues such as weight gain, high blood pressure, chronic inflammation, and an increased risk of heart disease, prompting advice to limit sugary drinks and check food labels for hidden sugars.

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Gen Z has the biggest sweet tooth of any generation

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