Flavored yogurts, especially those labeled as "fruit-flavored," often contain added sugar to improve taste. A single serving can have as much sugar as a candy bar.
Granola bars, marketed as healthy snacks, often have added sugars and syrups to bind the ingredients together. They might seem like a good choice, but they can be full of hidden sugar.
Canned fruits, even those packed in water or juice, usually have added sugar to preserve them and enhance their flavor.
Many salad dressings, especially store-bought ones, contain hidden sugars to balance the acidity and create a smoother taste. Even dressings like balsamic vinaigrette can have high sugar levels.
Store-bought smoothies may seem healthy, but they often have added sugar, syrups, or sweetened fruit juices to enhance their flavor.
Many commercial tomato sauces and pasta sauces contain added sugar to reduce the acidity of tomatoes and to balance the flavor.
Many breakfast cereals, even those that claim to be “whole grain,” have a surprising amount of sugar added to improve taste, making them more of a sugary snack than a healthy meal.