Dear Nestlé ~ Easy-to-do and practical tips to live well and eat well

If you were ‘born’ with a sweet tooth – you’re not alone. It is believed that humans have a natural, innate liking for sweetness from birth. Unfortunately, too much sugar is bad for our health, and may lead to weight gain or obesity. This can increase the risk of diseases such as diabetes, weight gain and poor skin quality. Not all sugars are bad Fresh foods contain natural sugars. For instance, fructose, sucrose and glucose are found in fruits, and lactose is found in milk. These sugars contain a variety of nutrients like vitamins, minerals and fibre. It’s the white table sugar we add to our food and beverages that is the ‘bad’ sugar. It doesn’t contain any nutrients, and basically boosts our intake of empty calories. To find out how Nestlé has reduced the amount of sugar contained in its products, don’t miss the latest Nourishing Malaysia article contained in this pack.

Sensible tips on sugar intake
• Choose natural substitutes such as honey, unrefined sugar such as
   brown sugar or apple sauce when cooking or baking.
• Drink more water – with fresh lime or lemon for a dash of extra flavour.
• Drink fewer canned drinks and cordials with high sugar content. Treat
   them like desserts, to be enjoyed occasionally.
• Always read the labels and select those products with less sugar.
• Try to eat out less often. At home, you can control the level of sugar
   used, and substitute sugar with spices where appropriate.

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Tracy Lew is the Corporate Nutrition Advisor at Nestlé. She holds a Bachelors degree in Food Science & Nutrition and a Masters degree in Community Nutrition. She has been a Nutritionist for 15 years, with the last 9 years at Nestlé.