A new study suggests that warmer weather may be altering American diets by driving people to consume more added sugars, particularly from sodas and juices. On average, researchers estimate that sugar consumption rises by 0.70 grams per degree, which was primarily driven by the consumption of drinks such as sodas and juices. The findings carry significant public health implications, as average sugar consumption in the United States exceeds dietary recommendations. "This is particularly crucial in minimizing the additional disease burden and mitigating escalating medical costs for conditions attributed to excessive sugar consumption. Researchers did not state if summer lifestyles - such as students being out of school and families taking vacations - contribute to increased sugar consumption.