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Free sugars and added sugars: what is the difference?

“Free sugars” is a WHO concept: it covers added sugars as well as, for example, the sugars in honey, syrups, fruit juices and concentrates.

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WHO — Sugars intake guideline

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Last editorial review
2026-07-14

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