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Snack: Yoplait yogurt flavor: pina colada

Yogurt is a quick snack and an easy breakfast to take on the go. I love yogurt and tend to eat a lot of it. I thought it was actually healthy but when looking at the amount of sugar it contains; 18g and 150 calories its not really that healthy. An older adult could eat less of this type of yogurt and compare the different types of yogurts to see which one contains less sugars also older adults can try an alternative such as plain yogurt which contains less sugars. I am now going to start comparing the different types of yogurts so i can get a much lower calorie and sugar intake.
-Briana Garcia

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Like most college students, many of us are always out and about and on the go, that some of us, like myself, sometimes have a hard time finding time to eat breakfast, everyday,. So rather than usually able to enjoy my breakfast with a nice bowl of milk, I usually have the tendency to take it in a little zip-lock bag and snack on it in the morning or through my day. Sometimes, I have the want to get kid-like cereals, like these fruity dyno-bites (which are like a fruity pebbles knock off) because it makes me feel like a kid again with the every day stressful college life. So it didn't come to a surprise that a single serving size contains 11 grams of sugar and 110 calories. A few ideas to think of that could work to improve an adult's diet is look into alternative, cereals that are better for your diet that contain more fiber, to help with better digestion, and less sugar. And another tip to make your breakfast healthier is to add fruit to your cereal, like bananas or strawberries are my usual go-to's when I actually have the time to sit down and eat a nice bowl of cereal.
~Rianee Dalusag

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As we get older the correlation between diet and good health become more visible, therefore it is imperative to improve diet among older adults by lowering sugar intake. One way to do this is to consume Almond Breeze unsweetened almond milk. Unsweetened almond milk has 0 grams of sugar so it doesn’t raise blood sugar. Unsweetened almond milk is also fortified with nutrients such as calcium, Vitamin A, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, and other similar nutrients found in regular milk. A regular cup of milk contains 13g of sugar- which is almost half of the recommended amount an older adult should have in their diet. Unsweetened almond milk has no added sugar, so it helps regulate the sugar intake among older adults, while still providing them with essential vitamins and nutrients.

- Alana Miranda

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Snack:Canned fruit(Pineapple)

Fruits are healthy! we all know that. They are also delicious, how ever when they are sealed in a can, they become unhealthy simply because it is loaded with tons of sugar to preserve it. It is easy to think "at least I am healthy", but the truth is once the grams of sugars are added to preserve it, it looses its nutritional value. In this case, the canned fruit pineapple in my pantry is load with 16g of sugar and loaded with heavy syrup. With advisement, lots of unhealthy and canned items tends to be on sale, it is easy to fall into temptation and purchase unhealthy meals.An older adult's diet can be improved by eating in portion sizes, reading the labels and being aware of what is good for their body.Also, I will advice them to eat organic fruits, and avoid canned foods.
*Folukemi Akinbi

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Snack / Meal drink: Vitamin D Whole Milk

The daily meal drink that I have found in my refrigerator was the Vitamin D Whole Milk. Milk is very good for a lot of the young people as it helps them grow taller and it contains dissolved carbohydrates and proteins that is good for people. However, when I looked at the nutrition facts of the milk, I was surprised by how much sugar it contained. This product contained about 12 grams of sugar per cup. That is critical for older adults as older adults should not have more than 24 grams of sugar per day. If the older adults want to drink milk, they would have much better diet with sugar free milks such as Unsweetened Almond Milk or Coconut milk. They would be consuming way less sugar but will still be able to enjoy milk.

- Seunghyun (Eric) Han

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Today juices are getting a lot of attention because consumers are considering them to be a healthier alternative to soda and carbonated drinks. This may be slightly true in some cases, but for the most part these fruit drinks usually contain the same amount of sugar per grams as carbonated drinks such as coke and sprite. When I looked into the fridge and cupboard, I found a variety of foods that claim to be healthy, but have large amounts of sugar. The label that I took a picture of is of a juice drink (grapefruit) that promotes its nutrients and that it is natural, yet it has 26 grams of sugar per serving. Some things that older adults can do to avid this daily calorie intake is to alternate with black coffee or simply water or one can add water to the juice.  I also had orange juice which is considered healthy, but that drink also has 26 grams of sugar. It is better for older adults to have a variety of drinks and fruit while being cautions of the sugar within them.
-Christian Rubio

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Snack/food: milk
We are told that milk is a great source of calcium and keeps our bones strong and healthy. We are also told of the importance of keeping our bones strong so that aging isn't so bad. Drs never said anything about sugar in milk so it was very surprising to see that milk had 12g of sugar.  I would tell an older adult to limit their sugar intake on other foods if they want to drink milk or to find another way to consume calcium such as kale or broccoli. A lot of people used cereal as their food item and I looked up how an older adult could accommodate. There is sugar free milk that would let them eat cereal that a lot of people posted.

Jasmine Soria-Gamino

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The highly sugary "all natural" smoothie.

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The highly sugary "all natural" smoothie.

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I like to consider Bolthouse Farms strawberry Banana smoothie a daily quick energy booster/ snack for myself. I will often drink a bottle before my 7 a.m. weight lifting, substitute it for a meal before dinner, before track practice, or whenever I'm craving a smoothie, not ever once looking at the ingredients of the smoothie. This smoothie in fact contains 28 grams of sugar which is equivalent to 7 teaspoon servings of sugar. It is so easy to think these types of drinks are healthy when they have "no sugar added", "no preservatives added", "no artificial flavors", and "100% vitamin C" written across its labels because we automatically assume its "healthy". The amount of sugar in these drinks are not healthy to consume on a regular basis especially for older adults. Consuming that much sugar is not good for an older adult's weight, health, or metabolism.
To ensure that older adults are getting the proper nutrients that they need through fruits and vegetables, it is vital and important that they stick to blending the fruits themselves or consuming the natural fruit/vegetable  itself rather than buying a pre-blended smoothie. Fruits contains vitamins and antioxidants essential for their bodies. With that being said, by taking the more natural route and staying away from the fruit juices and sugary smoothies, one will be able to consume other alternatives that are healthier and less toxic to the body.
-Tyler Hardge

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Snack: Quaker's Chocolate Rice Cakes

I love snacking! One of my favorites are rice cakes with peanut butter. I always check nutrition labels for the macronutrients but I never really watch my sugar intake. I was satisfied to see these were only 4g of sugar. Another benefit is that they are made with 10g of whole grains and are gluten free. Like I said I like to add half a serving of natural peanut butter which only adds about another gram of sugar. Adding peanut butter would also add a little protein and healthy fat to an elder's diet. Overall, this snack would help improve and be beneficial in an older adult's diet and it's extremely tasty!
-Nicole Bearse

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The Smart Way to Handle Your Sweet Tooth

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The Smart Way to Handle Your Sweet Tooth

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Snack: Think Thin Smore's

If your like me and love sweets then this can become a major problem as we get older and are only suppose to consume 24 grams of sugar a day. For this particular reason I have chosen a protein bar, Think Thin Smore's, which tastes like a candy bar! This snack is only 150 calories and only 5 grams of sugar. I love this snack because it tricks my brain into thinking I had dessert for the day. With the added protein and fiber in these bars will provide older adults with more energy, boost the immune system, and help control hunger and blood sugar levels.

-Hilary Denison

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Snack: grape jelly
Many older adults should consume 24g of sugar /day but many consume way more than that. My favorite snack at night is a peanut butter jelly sandwich, we now use sugar free jelly since we found out that my dad was pre-diabetic. We were forced to reduce our sugar content and now we keep an eye out for any form of added sugar like the high fructose corn syrup. However, I noticed on the ingredients for this sugar free jelly it says, “adds a trivial amount of sugar <0.5 g/serving.” I’m not too sure what that means or if there’s a hidden form of sugar added to it, but we do have to be careful with sugar free items. Not because it says sugar free it is necessarily means that it is.

- Lizbeth Garcia

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Snack: Freeze Dried Blue Berries

Fruits are a healthy snack to have but your favorite fruit may not be in season. Freeze dried fruit is the best way to satisfy cravings. These freeze dried fruit packs are easy to carry and they don't go rancid. Each bag of freeze dried blue berries have 25 grams of sugar, 8.5 ounces dried blue berries and plenty of vitamins. Older adults should not consume the entire bag in one sitting otherwise they will reach their daily amounts of sugar intake. However, entire bag of blue berries contain a large amount, which makes it difficult for one to finish in one sitting. Furthermore, older adults should make sure the freeze dried blue berries have no added sugar or sulfur upon purchasing. All in all, if there are blue berries in season fresh is always better than dried and pre-packaged. This particular bag of freeze dried blue berries are found at Trader Joe's.

- Camille Tang

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Snack: Fruit Loops
Even though I personally like fruit loops as my morning breakfast cereal, I wouldn't recommend fruit loops for an older adult because of the high amount of sugar this cereal contains. Older adults are limited to 24 grams of  sugar a day, with one serving of this cereal, these older adults would be taking in half of the sugar that is recommended. Instead older adults should eat cereals like honey nut cheerios, which has 9 grams of sugar per serving.
-Christina Santana

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Snack: Honey Nut Cheerios

Honey Nut Cheerios is a well-known cereal that many people include in their diet because it is low in saturated fat and cholesterol. This cereal is common in many ages because of the slight honey flavor. Children love that it is sweet and adults love it because of the nutrition. Older adults should eat this cereal in moderation because it has 9 grams of sugar. The recommended amount is 24 grams of sugar per day so older adults should only eat the serving size, which is ¾ths of a cup. The amount of sugar in the cereal did not surprise me because of the honey. I believe that checking the nutrition label can be a bit tedious but because having lower cholesterol will be beneficial, everyone should make sure what they are ingesting into their body.
–Kei Komatsu

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Trader Joe's Organic Dried Banana Chips

I am not used to living with older adults, however, I do like to shop in consideration of eating healthy foods. One snack in particular that I enjoy eating and is also healthy for older adults, is banana chips from Trader Joe's. These guys pack a sweet punch, all while fitting in the strict restrictions that older adults have to abide by. According to the nutritional information, about 1/4 of a cup suggests 3g of sugar per serving. This amount is surprisingly low because if anyone has tried these snacks before, know that they are pretty sweet. This in turn can allow for banana chips to much on! Furthermore, cholesterol and sodium are nonexistent, at 0g. Overall, this healthy banana snack can provide the satisfying sweet cravings that older adults with restrictions are looking for.
- Andrew Cardenas

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Snack: Quaker rice cakes

Snacking has gained a lot of momentum in between meals over recent years. As an example when I go over to my grandparents home there are usually a whole cabinet full of chips, cookies, crackers, etc. The inner kid in me still gets excited to open the cabinet at her house. So i asked my grandma if her and my grandpa usually eat all the snacks and she told me no its for who ever comes over to visit. Then she pointed out that she usually eats rice cakes as snack as a healthier version of chips. So i compared the nutrition labels to other snacks she had and it was true for the most part that her rice cakes are healthier than most forms of processed snacks. So i asked her if she really wants to be healthy why doesn't she get the original rice cakes with no added flavor. That is when she pulled a bag of original rice cakes and told me to try one and i ended up trying theflavored one. So using rice cakes as a alternative for other snacks like chips or cookies can benefit the health of older population. But just like any snack it must be consumed with moderation just cause 1 serving is considered healthy a person can not eat an entire bag thinking it only benefited their health.

-Brian Montano

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snack: cottage cheese

Growing up, I lived with my grandmother and if there is one thing she loved to do, it would be snack. She was always munching on something. However, she made sure her snacks were not only delicious, but also healthy. A snack she would always eat was cottage cheese with fresh fruit. Cottage cheese only has 4g. of sugar and that is even less than plain non- fat yogurt. The added fresh fruit doesn't have that much sugar either and the sugar it has is natural sugars. Not to mention, cottage cheese is also a good source of protein. With this simple snack, older adults are getting protein, calcium, and fruits all in one while limiting their sugar intake. This snack has way less sugar than a regular yogurt or granola bar.

-Alexis Chavarin

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Snack: Sun-maid Raisin

On the Sun-maid website, they state that their products are the most convenient way to fulfill the 5 to 9 servings of fruit into one's daily diet. However, there is 29 grams of sugar per serving size of 1/4 cup. That is a lot of sugar for such a small serving size. An older adult can easily consume three times the serving amount within a day. An alternative to eating raisins is eating raspberries instead. Raspberries only contain 5 grams of sugar per cup.
-Dalena Nguyen

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Snack: Crispy Fruit (freeze dried fruit, 100% natural)

Because I live with two diabetics (my godmother and grandma), my family and I are always careful in choosing snacks and we always try to choose the healthiest options. We bought these Crispy Fruit snacks a few weeks ago as an alternative to chips, but I never looked at the nutrition label. However, I am relieved because it only contains 7 grams of sugar and they taste pretty good! They come in all different varieties, but my favorite is the mango. So instead of eating canned fruit that contains extremely sugary syrup or other junk food such as chips and cookies, grab some Crispy Fruit instead! My godmother, grandma, and many other older adults can definitely enjoy this alternative, especially if they love snacking during the day like my family sure does!

- Kimberly Dantes

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Snack: Trader Joe’s Rolled Oats &Chocolate Chips Fiberful Granola Bars

With commuting to work and school, I have found that these little bars help to subside my hunger for a little while until I am able to find a good sized meal. The fact that the title of the snack emphasizes fiber is great for everyone knowing that as a whole population we lack fiber. But chocolate chip and chocolate drizzled fiber bars aren’t the best way to get fiber because it’s an unhealthy option. An older adult may be able to get their fiber but they are also increasing their blood sugar. Fiber should be found in fruits and vegetables not in a wrapper. With chopping up fruits and vegetables they not only get their fiber, they are also getting vitamins and other minerals as well as eating less processed foods.
- Bertha Rendon

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Baby beets from Trader Joes are a good addition to any salad that can definitely lighten up any body, literally and figuratively. I use to gate eating salads because they were just too plain and boring. After discovering beets, my salads are never dry and are always cheerfully delicious. I would recommend adding this to an older adults diet because it is fairly low in sugar, calories and it has no fat. Salads will never be the same!!!!!!
-Rodrigo Arreola

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Snack: Premium Orchard's Pumpkin Seeds Roasted With Sea Salt

Most people think of having pumpkin seeds in the fall, especially when they can roast the seeds from the pumpkin the carved for Halloween. But, pumpkin seeds can be a great snack during all times of the year. This particular package of pumpkin seeds contains ZERO grams of sugar per 1/4 cup which is pretty awesome! Not only that, but this snack is low in cholesterol, saturated fat, and calories as well as being a good source of fiber making this a good snack for people of all ages. Before we get too excited though, it is important to know that these pumpkin seeds are a little high in sodium so it is important to keep the idea of moderation in mind. Despite the amount of sodium, this is still a fairly healthy and satisfying snack that I absolutely recommend eating all year round!
-Olivia Picard

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I lived with my grandparents for the first two years of college and the one thing I noticed is that my grandmother would consume Cola-Cola on a daily basis, sometimes three times per day. When consuming that much Cola-Cola daily, it can be difficult to change your habits.
Plain, carbonated water is not always the best option for some people. The consumption of fruit-flavored, carbonated waters that contain 0 sugars are a better alternative to the 27g of sugar per 8 fl oz found in Coca-Cola. If you do not like the flavors offered in carbonated waters, it is possible to buy flavor drops which are available in 0 and less sugar options to mix with regular carbonated water.
-Leia Harlow

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Snack: Blueberry Yogurt
This label down below is from a Yogurt container! Yogurt is normally eaten for breakfast because it is quick snack for "on the go" or if you are not feeling like cooking a meal. This blueberry yogurt is actually not that healthy if consumed in a large amount. It's basically artificial and does not contain real fruits. An older adult can improve their health with eating this yogurt is by taking a small proportion and then adding real fruits with it! It's more authentic, they will get the nutrition from the fruits, and at the same time get some sweets from the yogurt! Proportion is everything!

-Helen Ho

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Snack: Nature's Path Cinnamon Apple Crunch Granola Bars

Granola bars are a common snack that make snacking simple and efficient. With hundreds of options to choose from, there can be bars that contain an overload of sugar content. Some of them are even similar to candy bars! In order for older adults to enjoy their granola bars, I believe it is important to review the ingredients and avoid those bars that are created with unnecessary sugars such as corn syrup. A sugar replacement? Cinnamon.The granola bar I added below has 8g of sugar, and this can be a quick option as a snack since it's low in sugar. However, cinnamon is a main ingredient used in this bar. Older adults can replace sugar with cinnamon on oatmeal, coffee, or sprinkling it on their fruit. Cinnamon can reduce blood sugar levels, cravings, and boost their immune system!

-Silvia Pulido

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Sprinkle sugar on my grave.. it shall make death sweet

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Sprinkle sugar on my grave.. it shall make death sweet

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When it comes to quick meals, canned food, especially chili can be a very common go to. Displayed below is a can of Turkey chili with beans and is 98% fat free. Even though this can only contains 6g of sugar, it is easy to eat more than the recommended dose of chili especially if it is a meal combined with other foods high in sugar and combined with a sugary drink. In order to avoid too much sugar in the older population, I would recommend that elderly people read the labels on their canned goods and even trying to eliminate other sugary foods in order to enjoy the foods they love. By only eating one serving of chili and having water and vegetables on the side, they are still able to enjoy the foods they love, only at a smaller portion.

-Bra-Shona Jones

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Snack: Fiber One bar

Fiber One bars are popular because they have a high amount of fiber. Older adults tend to look for snacks/food with fiber because that can be a health issue. I was surprised to find that one Fiber One bar has a whopping 10grams of sugar! An alternative to Fiber One bar could be a Quest bar, which is low in both sugar and carbohydrates. Quest bars are sold at Costco (which is where I found the Fiber One bars). If an older adult still chooses to have this Fiber One bar as a snack, they will need to keep in mind that this bar alone has about half the amount of sugar of their daily limit. A banana or an orange would be a better choice.

-Jennifer Norment

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Snack/Meal drink: Naked Juice green machine

We all know that fruits and vegetables are most associated with health and fitness. Anyone who wants to be healthy thinks that it is all about eating fruits and vegetables. This is the reason why products like Naked Juice came up to the market. Little do people know that these juices are literally just sugar and water. The amount of sugar in each bottle is insanely high that it amounts to 28 grams. This one small bottle sums up more than the recommended sugar an older adult needs in a day. Naked is one of the companies that doesn’t lie to you when it puts “no added sugar” on the label. I checked the ingredients and they in fact don’t use any added sugars. But, they don’t have to. The fruits they use are so high in sugar it probably wouldn’t be edible if they added more. Juices like naked are also missing fibers which are the most important in digestions and absorption. It also prevents in over consumption. So instead of buying this product, it is actually better to buy your own fruits and make your own smoothie. By doing this, you can control the amount of sugar and sweetness of the drink and most importantly you know yourself that it is actually healthy.

- Czarina Macapagal

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Non-Fat yogurt doesn't Necessarily mean "Healthier" yogurt

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Non-Fat yogurt doesn't Necessarily mean "Healthier" yogurt

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Snack: Dannon Non-Fat Strawberry yogurt

Many consumers pay attention to the labels on the front of the packages, not knowing that their goal is to get consumers to purchase the product. So what they claim is not necessarily true. Yogurt is a quick snack for many people that are on the go or just something easy to get out of the refrigerator. This Dannon yogurt claims to be non-fat, which then automatically makes people think it's a healthy choice. I found for one cup of serving, of this non-fat yogurt, total sugars is 22g! Another alternative to still keep the yogurt snack for older adults would be to keep an eye on the sugars per serving, as there are other options with low sugars. I found a plain yogurt, which contained 13g of sugar per serving (1cup), and they can easily add a couple of diced bannanas, diced almonds or tiny bits of apple to add flavor.
-Elizabeth Cancino

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Snack: Plain Greek Yogurt with Fresh Sliced Strawberries

In my Health Science 101 class, I learned that the daily sugar intake is 25 grams and that detail has stuck with me since. Therefore, now I am always looking at food labels to make sure that what I am eating does not contain so much sugar. I do admit that I don't manage it very well, but I make myself very aware of it and try not to eat many snacks with high sugar. The suggested snack for an older adult is to eat greek yogurt with fresh strawberries. Plain greek yogurt has low sugar and out of all the fruits there are, berries seem to have low sugar. Strawberries only have 7 grams of sugar per cup. It's also a better alternative to add fresh fruits, instead of eating the yogurts that already contain fruit. So adding fresh sliced strawberries to greek yogurt is a delicious combination without it being too plain and high in sugar!
~Veronica Regalado

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Snack: Welch's fruit snack

Welch's fruit snacks are my alternative instead of eating candy, but I have never looked at the label because the front of the box advertises, "Fat free" and "Made with real fruit." How bad can these fruit snacks be, right? I eat one pouch a day to reduce my sweet cravings. Of course there are some fruits as it claims, but the list of ingredients also includes corn syrup, which is really bad for you! Corn syrup is artificial sugar. This snack is misleading to the consumers. There are 15g of sugar in one pouch that has about 10 pieces! There is more sugar than I had anticipated, that is more than half the intake of sugar for older adults. If a elderly person would like some type of sweet craving I would recommend perhaps a sugar-free popsicle. This contains low calories and also less harsh on blood sugar levels. Or even consuming fresh fruit can be a better alternative. Depending on what season it is, there are many different fruits to choose from.
-Mary Nakamura

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Snack: Cocoa Krispies

Cereal is probably the most common type of breakfast meal in America, it's in every household today. Today, there is an extensive amount choices of cereal brands. One that older adults should avoid are Cocoa Krispies. From 1 cup of this cereal, they're only getting 16 grams of sugar. There are a lot of alternatives that older adults can use when eating cereal. 2 popular cereal brands that are low in sugar but still take okay are Plain Cheerios at 1 gram, Fiber One = 0 grams of sugar.

- Nathan Cardinal

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Snack: Cheese Stick

Since I live in a household where my grandma is border line diabetic it was very hard for me to find something that I was "surprised" it contained sugar. Having to always research items, I have learned a lot about what does and does not have sugar. The one item that never occurred to me to look at the sugar was cheese! I, as well as my grandma, thought this was a healthy snack. Now although it only had 1g of sugar it does go to show how easy we can take in sugar. After this realization, if elderly individuals were more aware of what goes into food these days then they can prevent themselves from eating harmful foods. Not only does reading the packaging help to see whats in it, but to help you choose the cheese right next to it that has half the amount of sugar, just have to see how the packaging it labeled!
-Heather Honeck

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Meal= Heart Healthy Whole Grain Blueberry Oatmeal

Oatmeal is a common breakfast food among all ages.  Oatmeal has many health benefits and is even a recommended food by the doctors.  Oatmeal has antioxidants which help to lower blood pressure.  Oatmeal also contains beta-glucan which decreases cholesterol levels, reduces blood sugar, and increases good bacteria growth in the digestive tract.  Oatmeal also contains Vitamin C, Vitamin E, along with 12 other Vitamins and minerals.

When I looked in my cupboard, I looked at the the ingredients label of the oatmeal I eat in the morning. I was shocked to find that it contained 10 grams of sugar for one serving. Something that is recommended by the doctor and also has many health benefits sure has a lot of sugar. I think older adults should buy Quaker's lower sugar oatmeal instead of regular oatmeal. Quaker's lower sugar strawberries and cream oatmeal only contains half the amount of sugar (5 grams). I believe lower sugar oatmeal by Quaker's is a good alternative to regular oatmeal to reduce the amount of sugar older adults consume.
-Kristin Masada

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Snack/meal drink: 2% Milk

2% milk is a beverage many people enjoy. It is the perfect beverage for breakfast in the morning or even just a snack to fill you up when you get hungry before your next meal. Not only does it taste delicious, but it is a good source of protein. Although it is a good source of protein, you have to be aware of the amount of sugar this beverage contains. It contains 12 grams of sugar per 1 cup! I actually was surprised by this. I thought there would be a lot less sugar. That is an unnecessary amount of sugar to consume, especially when there are other alternatives that can replace 2% milk in an older adult's diet, such as Unsweetened Silk Almond Milk. It contains 0 grams of sugar, and tastes just as good, if not better, than 2% milk. Another plus of unsweetened almond milk is that it contains 100 less calories than 2% milk does. Awesome, right?!
-Kennedy Sliemers

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Snack: Larabar

Larabars are a very healthy and filling snack on the go or at home. The flavor "cashew cookie" only has two ingredients..cashews and dates. Dates are used for flavor and to hold the bar together. This bar has a great amount of nutrients because of the dates being a fruit, and protein is provided by the cashews. With only two natural ingredients older adults will not have to worry about sufficient amounts of sugar or any sugar being added.

As for the item I chose in my pantry, quacker instant oatmeal, I was also surprised to see how much sugar was added. I knew it would contain some due to flavoring but not a whole 12 grams per serving!
-Kieley Emilio

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Snack:  Mixture of Nuts & Yogurt Chips

Nuts (or a form of trail mix) have become a frequent, on-the-go snack over the past couple years, often packaged with cranberries, yogurt chips, or chocolate pieces (e.g., M ‘n Ms). At Sprouts, older adults can make their own snack at a fraction of the cost.  If they add the yogurt chips, Beware!  The yogurt chips add 20 grams of sugar for only a handful (1/8 of a cup).  Older adults should opt out of adding the yogurt chips or use unsweetened dried cranberries instead.
~Michelle Rainer