Limiting sugar intake is essential if you are working to lower triglycerides . Sugar has a direct impact on triglyceride levels. Elevated triglycerides can cause your total cholesterol to be greater than 200 mg/dl.
The USDA recommends limiting sugar intake to 10 teaspoons per day, but the average American consumes 34 teaspoons per day.
Here are 7 tips to cut back your daily sugar intake:
1. Gradually cut back.
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