Experts settle the debate over whether we should be watching our fruit intake because of its sugar content.

If your goal is to eat the healthiest diet possible, you shouldlimit foods with added sugar.

Why is sugar found naturally in fresh fruit not harmful?

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Comparatively speaking, a cup of canned fruit without added sugar corresponds to a cup of fresh fruit.

CDC,Adults Meeting Fruit and Vegetable Intake Recommendations United States, 2019.

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