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Sugar, like other sweeteners, is a carbohydrate, an important nutrient supplying energy to the body. All carbohydrate sweeteners (sugar, evaporated cane juice, turbinado sugar, honey, high fructose corn syrup, maple syrup, juice concentrates) contain primarily sugars and do not provide significant amounts of vitamins andminerals. Molasses contains small amounts of iron and calcium. We value sugar and other natural sweeteners because they enhance taste and enjoyment of a wide variety of nutritious foods.
The Sugar Association, Inc. Fast Facts About Sugar 1101 15th Street NW, Suite 600, Washington, DC 20005. 202/785-1122
Updated: Saturday, December 29, 2007.
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