00:00Did you know in Thailand, sweets are not just a test, it's a national obsession.
00:05It all started with our iconic street drinks like Thai tea, Thai coffee, and nom yin, where
00:12vendors pour condensed milk and sugar until it fills nearly half the cup.
00:18That's what we call normal sweets.
00:20This intense sweetness is exactly what we need for an instant boost of energy every day.
00:27But this sweet lifestyle comes with a bittersweet side.
00:31According to the IDF Diabetes Atlas in 2024, about 1 in 10 Thais has diabetes and other non-communicable
00:40diseases or NCDs, partly due to consuming more than the 6 teaspoons of sugar per day, recommended
00:48by the World Health Organization.
00:50So, how sweet do you think Thai drinks are?
00:54Perfectly sweet or too sweet for you?
00:57Let me know in the comments.
