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+ 2 Tablespoons Pure Cane Sugar Or Pure Maple Syrup

Pure cane sugar and pure maple syrup are concentrated sweeteners used to add sweetness to foods and beverages. Cane sugar provides sucrose with minimal micronutrients, while maple syrup also contains small amounts of minerals and plant compounds.

Beneficial properties

quick source of energy adds sweetness and palatability maple syrup contains trace minerals maple syrup contains small amounts of polyphenols

Nutritional highlights

Cane sugar is almost entirely sucrose, while maple syrup provides mostly sugars plus small amounts of manganese, riboflavin, zinc, and calcium.

Caution. Frequent or high intake of added sugars can raise blood glucose and contribute to tooth decay; people with diabetes or those limiting added sugar should use caution.

Conditions it helps with

Cavities & Tooth Pain
Includes: Cavities / Tooth Decay
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Diabetes (Type 1 & Type 2)
Includes: Diabetes Type 2
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Diabetes (Type 2)
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Obesity
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Weight Gain & Obesity
Includes: Overweight / Weight Gain
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