‘No added sugar’ label does not mean product is free of natural sugars, Health Ministry warns
Saudi Health Ministry clarifies that 'no added sugar' labels do not guarantee products are free of naturally occurring sugars.
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AIThe 'Live Well' platform, affiliated with the Ministry of Health, has clarified that the label 'no added sugar' on food products does not necessarily mean the product is completely free of sugar.
The platform explained that this regulatory nutrition claim only indicates that no sugar was added during manufacturing, but does not rule out the presence of naturally occurring sugars in ingredients such as fruit or milk.
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The Ministry of Health also urged consumers to carefully read product ingredients before purchasing, especially for those following specific diets or living with chronic conditions that require reduced sugar intake.