16–19gsugar
16gnatural sugar
70% of the WHO 25g/day free-sugar guideline
What it takes to burn this off
70calories from this sugar
~16 minbrisk walk (~5.6 km/h)
~7 minrunning (~8 km/h)
Estimated for a typical 70kg (154 lb) adult — actual calories burned vary by body weight, pace, and fitness level. General reference only, not personalized advice.
A medium apple weighs about 150–180g, so one apple carries roughly 16–19g of natural sugar — similar in range to an orange or a couple of guavas.
Figures are for general reference, not personalized medical guidance; always confirm with a lab-tested label or professional for dietary decisions.
Source: USDA FoodData Central — 10.4g sugar per 100g; applied to a typical medium apple (150–180g) (last verified 2026-08-22)