Why You Need to Know the Many Names of Sugar on Food Labels
Are you aware of the sneaky ways sugar disguises itself on food labels? It's no secret that sugar goes by many names, making it tricky to spot on ingredient lists. But fear not! Understanding these aliases can empower you to make healthier choices for you and your family.
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Here's why it's crucial to keep a handy list of sugar's many identities:
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Sugar Isn't Always Obvious: Sure, you may recognize "sugar" on a label, but what about its less conspicuous cousins like maltodextrin or evaporated cane juice? By familiarizing yourself with the various names, you become adept at identifying hidden sugars in your food.
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Make Informed Choices: Being armed with knowledge allows you to make informed decisions about the products you consume. When you know the aliases of sugar, you can select items with lower sugar content, helping you maintain a balanced diet and overall well-being.
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Combat Health Risks: Excessive sugar intake is linked to numerous health risks, including obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. By keeping tabs on sugar's aliases, you can better manage your sugar consumption and reduce the risk of these health issues.
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Here's a comprehensive list of the different names sugar hides behind on food labels:
Basic Simple Sugars (monosaccharides and disaccharides):
- Dextrose
- Fructose
- Galactose
- Glucose
- Lactose
- Maltose
- Sucrose
Solid or Granulated Sugars:
- Beet sugar
- Brown sugar
- Cane juice crystals
- Cane sugar
- Castor sugar
- Coconut sugar
- Confectioner's sugar (aka, powdered sugar)
- Corn syrup solids
- Crystalline fructose
- Date sugar
- Demerara sugar
- Dextrin
- Diastatic malt
- Ethyl maltol
- Florida crystals
- Golden sugar
- Glucose syrup solids
- Grape sugar
- Icing sugar
- Maltodextrin
- Muscovado sugar
- Panela sugar
- Raw sugar
- Sugar (granulated or table)
- Sucanat
- Turbinado sugar
- Yellow sugar
Liquid or Syrup Sugars:
- Agave Nectar/Syrup
- Barley malt
- Blackstrap molasses
- Brown rice syrup
- Buttered sugar/buttercream
- Caramel
- Carob syrup
- Corn syrup
- Evaporated cane juice
- Fruit juice
- Fruit juice concentrate
- Golden syrup
- High-Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS)
- Honey
- Invert sugar
- Malt syrup
- Maple syrup
- Molasses
- Rice syrup
- Refiner's syrup
- Sorghum syrup
- Treacle
Bookmark this list or share it with friends and family to have a quick reference while grocery shopping. By staying vigilant and informed, you can navigate the maze of sugar aliases and prioritize your health and well-being. Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to decoding food labels and making nutritious choices.
If you or someone you love is struggling with managing healthy sugar levels please reach out to us on WhatsApp chat here for a customised plan to help you stabilise your sugar levels
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