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  2. Healthline
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    8 Common Lies About Sugar (Hint: It's Not …

    • Learn the facts and myths about sugar, including natural and added sugars, and how they affect your health and weight. Find out how to reduce your sugar intake and avoid common pitfalls.… See more

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    There are a few things we can all say for sure about sugar. Number one, it tastes great. And number two? It’s really, really confusing.
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    1. ‘All sugar is bad sugar.’

    You’ve probably heard over and over again about how we should all be eating less sugar. But … See more

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    2. ‘Minimally processed or natural sugars are better for you.’

    It’s true that minimally processed sweeteners, like honey or maple syrup, contain more nutrients than highly processed ones, like white sugar. But the amounts of … See more

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    3. ‘You should cut out sugar from your life completely.’

    You don’t need to cut added sugar out of your life completely. Different health organizations have different recommendations for the amount of sugar you should li… See more

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    Overview
    1. ‘All sugar is bad sugar.’
    2. ‘Minimally processed or natural sugars are better for you.’
    3. ‘You should cut out sugar from your life completely.’
     
  1. Benefits of sugar include1234:
    1. Immediate burst of energy
    2. Energy storage
    3. Mood boost
    4. Improved thinking skills with chocolate
    5. Healthy nutrients in natural sugar sources
    6. Helps with low blood pressure
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    Naturally occurring sugars come with a variety of nutrients that the body needs to stay healthy. For example, alongside fructose, fruit contains fiber and various vitamins and minerals. Most foods and drinks that contain added sugars, such as chocolate and soda, lack these nutrients.

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    Sugar is often viewed as a source of empty calories that should be avoided in order to maintain a healthy diet; however, sugar provides sweet taste and enjoyment to foods and drinks and provides numerous functional benefits in food that are often overlooked.

    The importance of sugar in our daily life

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    Although sugar can fuel our bodies, and even rockets, there’s more to sugar than the energy it can provide or its sweet taste. Sugar helps living things survive extreme conditions, benefits the environment and even plays a part in reproduction. 1. Sugar helps cells survive dehydration

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    Top 10 advantages of sugar intake you might not be aware of

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  2. Good Housekeeping
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    Sugar Nutrition - Health Benefits and Risks …

    Nov 9, 2020 · We're breaking down the nutrition of sugar, including the health benefits when it's consumed correctly, and the potential health risks when it's not.

     
  3. People also ask
    Are sugars good for You?
    In moderation, sugars act as a primary energy source for your body. This is its primary health benefit, as your body needs this fuel to power cellular functions, allow physical activity, fuel your brain, and support your overall wellness.

    Is Sugar Bad for You? Benefits, Concerns & Alternatives - Verywell Health

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    Why is sugar good for plants?

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    Plants require carbohydrates as an energy source which come in the form of sugars (simple carbohydrates). Sugars aid plants in vital functions such as photosynthesis. However, the addition of table/household sugar to plants is not recommended and may harm the plant; plants are typically able to gather all the carbohydrates they require through the soil. The exception to this are cut flowers that are placed in water; the addition of sugar will allow the flowers to live longer as there are no nutrients when cut flowers are placed in plain water.
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    Why is sugar important?
    As an example, sugar helps to create a tender and moist texture in cakes and biscuits whilst providing a crisp texture in caramelised desserts like crème brûlée or apple crumble. Sugar plays an important role of adding enjoyment in our daily lives and provides numerous benefits that are often omitted from conversations about nutrition.

    The importance of sugar in our daily life

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    Does sugar affect your health?
    Lisa Lammert: Yeah, sugar can absolutely impact many organ systems. We know from a heart disease standpoint, increased sugar, the research shows higher blood pressure, increased lipid levels, like triglycerides. More inflammation. All of that can increase our risk for heart disease.

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    Why do people eat sugar?
    Sugar adds flavour and sweetness to many of the foods and drinks we consume, making them more enjoyable and palatable. It helps to balance out the acidity in certain foods, making them more pleasant to eat and can balance out bitter or sour flavours and provide a sense of balance to the overall flavour profile of the food.

    The importance of sugar in our daily life

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    Can eating sugar make you feel better?
    Another way is to measure brain activity with functional MRI (fMRI). Although results vary, experts agree that eating sugar causes your blood sugar to spike and quickly drop, known as a sugar crash. This can leave you feeling tired and then wanting more sugar to stabilize your levels and feel better.

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    Advantages & Disadvantages of Sugar - Healthfully

  6. Medical News Today
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    Does the body need sugar? How much to consume

    Sep 13, 2023 · Naturally occurring sugars come with a variety of nutrients that the body needs to stay healthy. For example, alongside fructose, fruit contains …

    • NHS
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      The sweet truth: All about sugar - Mayo Clinic Press

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      New Research Reveals Surprising Health Benefits of Sugar - MSN

    • Verywell Health
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      Is Sugar Bad for You? Benefits, Concerns

      Feb 15, 2024 · Are There Health Benefits to Sugar? In moderation, sugars act as a primary energy source for your body. This is its primary health benefit, as your body needs this fuel to power cellular functions, allow physical activity, fuel …

    • The Sugar Association
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      The Basics: Does Your Body Need Sugar? | Sugar.org - Sugar …