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Rapadura, Coconut Or Raw Cane Sugar

Rapadura is an unrefined cane sugar made by evaporating sugarcane juice, and some imports may group it with raw cane sugar. Coconut sugar is a separate sweetener made from coconut palm sap, so these are related sweeteners but not the same food.

Beneficial properties

minimally refined contains trace minerals provides quick energy

Nutritional highlights

It is primarily carbohydrate in the form of sugars, with small amounts of minerals such as potassium, calcium, iron, and magnesium in less-refined versions.

Caution. High in added sugars; frequent intake can contribute to elevated blood sugar and dental caries.