what is the daily amount of sugar you should get
Unfortunately, there is no simple answer to this question. Some people can eat some sugar without harm, while others should avoid it as much as possible. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), the maximum amount of added sugars you should eat in a day are (7): 1  Men: 150 calories per day (37.5 grams or 9 teaspoons).  Women: 100 calories per day (25 grams or 6 teaspoons).