Food and sugar addition

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Sugar, whether natural or processed, is a type of simple carbohydrate that the body uses for energy, which occurs naturally in some staples of a healthy diet such as fruits, vegetables, milk, and some grains.

Various forms of processed sugars and syrups are also added to foods and beverages, especially non-diet sodas and are known as added sugar.

Added sugar has no nutritional value, but it serves many functions in food manufacturing, such as:

  • Increase the flavor, texture and color of baked goods
  • Helps preserve foods such as jams and jellies
  • They represent the fuel for fermentation, as it produces the alcohol and makes the bread rise faster.
  • Acts as a bulking agent in baked goods and ice cream

In some cases, adding a small amount of sugar can be helpful - for example, adding a small amount of sugar to breakfast cereals is healthy and low-fat dairy can make these healthy options more appealing. for children who would otherwise avoid them.


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