Popular Health Foods That Are Actually Junk in Disguise

Lisette Marie

29. Kombucha (High Sugar Brands): Fermented Fizz Facts

Fermented Kombucha Healthy Drink With Raw Ginger And Lemon in glass bottles.Tea Ready to Drink. Photo Credit: Envato @Olga_Kochina

Kombucha is praised for its potential probiotic content beneficial for gut health. However, the fermentation process requires sugar, and many commercial brands add substantial extra sugar post-fermentation to improve taste, sometimes reaching levels comparable to sugary sodas. This high sugar content can counteract the potential gut health benefits and contribute significantly to daily sugar intake. Always check the label for added sugar content; aim for brands with under 5-8 grams per serving.

30. Commercial Acai Bowls: The Superfruit Sugar Trap

Asian young woman enjoying a tasty acai bowl at a cafeteria. Brunch concept. Photo Credit: Envato @pablorasero

Acai berries themselves are nutrient-dense antioxidants. However, trendy acai bowls purchased from cafes or shops often become calorie and sugar bombs. The base is frequently blended with sugary fruit juices or sweetened plant milks, and then piled high with toppings like granola (often sugary), sweetened coconut flakes, honey, or agave nectar. A seemingly healthy bowl can easily exceed 50 grams of sugar. Making your own at home with unsweetened bases and controlled toppings is far healthier.

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29. Kombucha (High Sugar Brands): Fermented Fizz Facts

30. Commercial Acai Bowls: The Superfruit Sugar Trap

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