Study warns of high suger levels in some bread sold in S. Korea
- 5 years ago
More and more Koreans are choosing to eat more bread than rice, …with bread lovers going on bakery tours to taste the best of the best from across the country.
However, a recent study has found that the sugar content in SOME bread, especially the cheaper brands,... is similar to that of soft drinks.
Park Se-young has more.
Bread is popular as both a staple food and a snack.
From the dozens of options at bakeries, customers tend to have their favorites.
"My son tends to choose sweet ones, like cream-filled bread covered in chocolate."
However, customers need to watch out for the surprisingly high amount of sugar in bread.
According to a study of 199 items from bakeries, supermarkets and convenience stores, …the average sugar content of bakery items was 23 grams.
The World Health Organization recommends that adults eat no more than 50 grams of sugar a day.
A serving of cakes contained the most sugar, …followed by red bean bread and cream-filled bread.
"Those that get used to sweet foods at a young age tend to refuse savory food as adults. Sugar causes blood sugar levels to surge and can lead to obesity, diabetes and metabolic problems."
In collaboration with the bakery industry, Korea's food ministry plans to provide more healthy bread options with reduced sugar.
It also recommends that consumers check the nutrition label when buying bread.
"Companies said they will try to further extend the production of healthy bread. We plan to provide a guideline for the industry's sugar reduction."
Since healthy options are already available, education about eating habits at home and at school is crucial.
Park Se-young, Arirang News.
However, a recent study has found that the sugar content in SOME bread, especially the cheaper brands,... is similar to that of soft drinks.
Park Se-young has more.
Bread is popular as both a staple food and a snack.
From the dozens of options at bakeries, customers tend to have their favorites.
"My son tends to choose sweet ones, like cream-filled bread covered in chocolate."
However, customers need to watch out for the surprisingly high amount of sugar in bread.
According to a study of 199 items from bakeries, supermarkets and convenience stores, …the average sugar content of bakery items was 23 grams.
The World Health Organization recommends that adults eat no more than 50 grams of sugar a day.
A serving of cakes contained the most sugar, …followed by red bean bread and cream-filled bread.
"Those that get used to sweet foods at a young age tend to refuse savory food as adults. Sugar causes blood sugar levels to surge and can lead to obesity, diabetes and metabolic problems."
In collaboration with the bakery industry, Korea's food ministry plans to provide more healthy bread options with reduced sugar.
It also recommends that consumers check the nutrition label when buying bread.
"Companies said they will try to further extend the production of healthy bread. We plan to provide a guideline for the industry's sugar reduction."
Since healthy options are already available, education about eating habits at home and at school is crucial.
Park Se-young, Arirang News.