Sugar is essential for your basic brain functions, but too much of something, is just as bad as too little. However, it is best to get sugar from fruits and vegetables than from sodas, candies, cakes, and so on...
The American Heart Association suggests a maximum daily intake of 6 teaspoons of sugar for women, 9 teaspoons for men (1) and kids (age 2 to 18) should have 6 teaspoons of added sugars daily (2).
