# EP 26: Added Sugar: The Conversation Every Parent Needs to Have

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Podcast: [Nutrition for the Early Years](https://stenobird.com/podcast/nutrition-for-the-early-years-7637720)
Published: 2026-06-22T08:00:00+00:00
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Send us Fan Mail Is added sugar really the problem, or is it the way it quietly shows up in everyday kid foods? In this episode of Nutrition for the Early Years, Dr. Liz Daniels shares clear, caring guidance for parents who want to understand added sugar without fear or shame. She explains why babies under two do not need added sugar, how sugar can affect teeth, gut health, appetite, and long-term health, and why the weekly donut date may not be the biggest concern. You’ll hear where added su...

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