Coffee shop chains’ hot and iced coffee, macchiato,
espresso, cappuccino and latte beverages are often the caffeine fix on-the-go
consumers reach for. How often, however, do we think about the amount of sugar
each beverage contains? Content Checked Holdings, Inc.’s (OTCQB: CNCK) family
of mobile applications is designed for individuals with specific dietary
requirements or those looking to avoid certain ingredients.
The SugarChecked app gives consumers the ability to scan the
barcodes of grocery store products and identifies if the product contains one
of four types of sugar, including added sugars, artificial sweeteners, sugar
alcohols or natural low-calorie sweeteners. High sugar intake is the main
catalyst for diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is the largest health-related cost in
the country and affects 97 million people who are at risk of developing, or
have already developed, this debilitating disease. The estimated lifetime cost
for a U.S. resident with diabetes is about $283,000. That is the highest
lifetime health care cost for any patient group in the world.
As part of a healthy, balanced diet, you should consume
fewer foods and drinks that are high in added sugars. Sugary foods and drinks
can cause tooth decay, especially if you have them between meals. Many foods
that contain added sugars are also calorically-dense, but they typically
contain few other nutrients. Eating these foods often can contribute to
unnecessary weight gain, and being overweight can increase your risk of
metabolic disease conditions, such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes and
cancer. Added sugars shouldn’t make up more than 10 percent of your daily total
calorie intake, or about 30 grams of sugar a day for most teens and adults.
Education and awareness are key. Content Checked is
spearheading this movement via its family of mobile apps and going beyond the
label.
For more information, visit www.contentchecked.com
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