Which fruits contain the most sugar?

Natural sugars in fruit

It's true that fruits are healthy and good for you, but you should know that some of them contain a high amount of natural sugar.

Why does this matter?

Consuming excess sugar can lead to weight gain and other health issues, so it's a good idea to cut down on – or limit – high-sugar fruits.

High-sugar fruits

Below are some of fruits known to be high in natural sugars. Try and limit them during the day to balance your sugar intake:

• Dried fruits (raisins, apricots, prunes, dates etc.)

• Cherries

• Grapes

• Mangoes

• Figs

• Bananas

• Tangerines

• Pomegranates

Next week we'll look at fruits that contain the least amount of sugar.

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