Expert Warning on 'Sugar-Free' Labeling for Packaged Products
It was emphasized that the back labels of packaged products marketed as sugar-free should be examined, drawing attention to the risk of glucose syrup.
Dietitian Nazlı Aydın from Medipol Koşuyolu Hospital stated that the back labels of packaged foods marketed as low-calorie or sugar-free must be examined, warning consumers against glucose syrup and hidden additives.
Back Label Examination
It was reported that to understand whether a product is healthy, one should look not at the front but at the ingredient list on the back.
It was recommended that the content be simple, contain no more than five or six components, and avoid additives with unknown meanings.
Meaning of the 'Sugar-Free' Label
It was stated that the phrase sugar-free does not always mean safe, and that these products may contain glucose and fructose syrup as well as refined carbohydrates.
It was noted that this situation can lead to sudden blood sugar fluctuations, increased insulin, and rapid hunger.
Hidden Danger in Natural Products
It was conveyed that even some products thought to be natural may contain added sugar during processing and cause harm.
Diet Product Fallacy
It was emphasized that the approach frequently encountered in the clinic of consuming diet products instead of eating bread is wrong.
It was stated that the concept of a diet is not about choosing a product, but a measure that involves establishing a balance of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.