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phonypc
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Reducing sugar in packaged foods can prevent disea...
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There’s also just plain maple syrup which is better than using pure sugar.
How do you figure? It's practically pure sucrose, just like table sugar.
TedDoesntTalk
on Aug 29, 2021
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Table sugar has a glycemic index of 65. Maple sugar's is 54. Not a huge difference but if sweeteners are important to you, maybe every bit counts.
phonypc
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The same reasoning would imply pure fructose is a better option. Or that eating a potato is worse.
TedDoesntTalk
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Depending on quantities, you are correct. Glycemic index and quantity tell you how the food affects your blood sugar levels. Whether or not you’re diabetic, keeping blood sugar levels low is important to health.
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How do you figure? It's practically pure sucrose, just like table sugar.