Among the biggest changes to the program was the suggestion to limit added sugar intake to 10 % of one's daily calories. (groundedorganic.com)
The recommendation was based on added sugar intake data that was combined with nutrient intake data. (health.gov)
Unfortunately, keeping added sugar intake to recommended levels is difficult since food manufacturers like to put it in everything (especially in its ultra cheap form — high fructose corn syrup). (smallbites.andybellatti.com)