- Sugar - Wikipedia
Sugar is the generic name for sweet-tasting, soluble carbohydrates, many of which are used in food Simple sugars, also called monosaccharides, include glucose, fructose, and galactose
- Sugar Definition: Added Sugars and Alternatives | Sugar. org
What is sugar? By definition, sugar is sucrose, a disaccharide, made up of two sugars (glucose and fructose) bound together, that is naturally made by and found in all green plants Sugar found in the food supply is harvested from sugar beets and sugar cane
- Sugar 101 - American Heart Association
The American Heart Association provides this overview of the two types of sugars in American diets: naturally occurring sugars and added sugars
- What Are the Different Types of Sugar? Added and Natural Sugars - WebMD
Natural sugars and added sugars have the same chemical structures Natural sugars are the sugars that are found naturally in foods Food manufacturers commonly add sugar to products
- Sugar metabolism: How it works and how to improve it
Sugar metabolism refers to the process by which the body breaks down, utilizes, or stores sugar for energy Learn how it works and its effect on health
- Sugar 101: what it is, why it matters healthier alternatives
This number includes all types of sugars, even the natural ones that come from milk or fruit For example, plain yoghurt might have 8g of sugar, but it all comes from milk, so it's still a healthy choice
- Sugars - IFIC
Gain expert insight into sugars, from how they’re defined and labeled to the role they play in health and everyday eating patterns
- Understanding Sugar: A Dietitian’s Guide to Smarter Choices
Confused about sugar? Learn the difference between natural and added sugars, how much is too much, and how to enjoy sweets mindfully and healthfully
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