Author:  Bianca Tromp  RD (SA)

DID YOU KNOW?

1. Did you know that on average South Africans consume between 12 – 24 teaspoons of sugar per day, which is 2-4 times the recommended daily amount?
2. Did you know that 31% of men and 68% of women in South Africa are classified as overweight or obese?
3. Did you know that heart disease causes 215 deaths every day?
4. Did you know that consuming carbohydrates with a low glycaemic index will provide you with sustained energy?
5. Did you know that FUTURELIFE® ZERO Smart food™ and FUTURELIFE® ZERO with Oats contains zero added cane sugar? 
6. Did you know that FUTURELIFE® ZERO Smart food™ and FUTURELIFE® ZERO with Oats are formulated with Smart Sweetness, a combination zero calorie Erythritol and Sucralose. This ensures you get the tasty goodness you have come to know from FUTURELIFE® with no added cane sugar.
7. Did you know that one sugar sweetened beverage contains 8 teaspoons of sugar, while the same amount of fruit juice contains 9 teaspoons?
8. Did you know that protein can reduce the glycaemic index of a meal?
9. Did you know that whole grains are high in fibre and therefore keep you fuller for longer?
10. Did you know that skipping meals can make your blood glucose levels plummet, causing cravings for unhealthy foods.