12 Sneaky Foods With HIDDEN Sugar

About this Video

• Video Title: 12 Sneaky Foods With HIDDEN Sugar
• Channel: Ryan Taylor (Natural Remedies)
• Speakers: Ryan Taylor
• Duration: 00:08:12

Introduction

This video identifies twelve common foods that contain hidden sugars, often not listed on nutrition labels. Ryan Taylor, a UK nutritionist, explains how these hidden sugars impact health, weight loss efforts, and overall well-being, suggesting healthier alternatives.

Key Takeaways

• Gluten-free bread and wraps: Often made with starches (potato, tapioca, rice flour) that quickly break down into glucose, spiking blood sugar.
• Low-carb protein bars: Frequently contain maltodextrin, tapioca syrup, and soluble corn fiber, acting like sugar in the body.
• Fruity/low-fat yogurts: Even those labeled "no added sugar" often contain purees or juice concentrates, adding significant sugar. Kefir with live cultures is a healthier alternative.
• Cauliflower crusts/paleo crackers: Usually include tapioca starch, cassava, or rice flour, leading to blood sugar spikes similar to white bread. Homemade cauliflower crust is recommended.
• Ketchup and barbecue sauces: Contain substantial amounts of sugar (high fructose corn syrup, cane juice, molasses), often disguised under different names.
• Light salad dressings: Can add 6-8 grams of hidden sugar per serving. A homemade olive oil and lemon juice dressing is a better choice.
• Dried fruit: Highly concentrated sugar due to dehydration; many brands add extra sugar. Fresh, low-glycemic berries are suggested instead.
• Oat milk: Processing breaks down oats into glucose, resulting in significant blood sugar spikes. Unsweetened almond milk is a healthier alternative.
• Tomato soup: Many brands add sugar to counteract the acidity of the tomatoes, leading to high sugar content. Homemade roasted tomato soup is a healthier option.
• Granola and muesli: Packed with dried fruit and hidden sugars, even organic versions. Homemade versions with roasted seeds, nuts, and coconut are recommended.
• Jarred pasta sauces: Contain added sugar to reduce acidity; look for no-added-sugar versions or make your own.
• Smoothies and juice blends: Often pasteurized, lacking live vitamin C, with added fake vitamin C from processed corn starch, and high in sugar.