Whole Brown Cane Sugar
Nutritionally similar to refined sugar; high added-sugar intake is linked to obesity, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease.
What it is
Unrefined or partially refined sugar from sugarcane (Saccharum officinarum) that retains some natural molasses, giving its brown color.
Sweetener; provides sweetness, browning, moisture retention, and characteristic flavor.
Why it's flagged
- added sugar — limit intake
What regulators actually say
"WHO recommends a reduced intake of free sugars throughout the lifecourse... WHO recommends reducing the intake of free sugars to less than 10% of total energy intake."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS; added sugars must be declared on the Nutrition Facts label (21 CFR 101.9).
European Union — EFSA
Permitted; WHO recommends limiting free sugars to less than 10% of total energy intake.
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