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Sucrose intake in Germany

J Linseisen1, K Gedrich, G Karg

  • 1Institut für Ernährungswissenschaft Technische Universität München, Freising-Weihenstephan.

Zeitschrift Fur Ernahrungswissenschaft
|January 23, 1999
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High sucrose intake in Germany is linked to poorer nutrient intake, especially in children. Reducing sugar consumption to below 10% of daily energy intake is recommended, aligning with WHO guidelines for better health outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Nutritional Science
  • Public Health Nutrition
  • Dietary Assessment

Background:

  • Sucrose (table sugar) is a significant component of the German diet.
  • Understanding sucrose intake patterns and its impact on nutrient consumption is crucial for public health.
  • Previous data on sucrose consumption and its nutritional consequences in Germany requires reevaluation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze sucrose intake and its primary food sources within the German population.
  • To investigate the relationship between sucrose consumption and the intake of essential nutrients.
  • To assess the impact of varying sucrose intake levels on meeting nutritional recommendations.

Main Methods:

  • Reanalysis of the German National Food Consumption Survey data, including 7-day dietary records from 15,838 individuals (≥4 years).

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  • Utilized the Bundeslebensmittelschlüssel (version II.2) food composition database for detailed analysis.
  • Employed variance and regression analyses to examine the link between sucrose and nutrient intake, categorizing intake by sucrose density quartiles.

    • Main Results:

    • Mean daily sucrose intake varied significantly by age and sex, ranging from 43.2 g/d (women, 51-64 years) to 82.3 g/d (boys, 13-14 years).
    • Sucrose contributed most to energy intake in young children (14% at 4-6 years), decreasing with age.
    • Key sucrose sources included table sugar, confectionery, baked goods, preserves, dairy, and beverages; naturally occurring sucrose comprised 15-25% of total intake.
    • Increased sucrose intake was associated with higher energy, protein, fat, and carbohydrate intake, but negatively impacted most micronutrient and fiber intake, except for calcium, vitamin E, vitamin C, and dietary fiber.
    • Individuals in high sucrose intake categories were less likely to meet nutrient recommendations compared to moderate consumers, particularly evident in young children (4-6 years).

    Conclusions:

    • High sucrose consumption in Germany is associated with a reduced intake of essential micronutrients and dietary fiber, negatively affecting overall nutritional status.
    • The most significant adverse effects were observed in young children (4-6 years), who exhibit the highest sucrose intake.
    • While specific recommendations could not be precisely determined, maintaining a moderate sugar intake, ideally around 10% of total energy intake as suggested by the WHO, is advisable.