Granulated Sugar

Also Known As : White sugar, Table sugar

Descriptions
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Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has sweet taste.

Usage Tips

Granulated sugar can be sprinkled on food and can also be dissolved into drinks.
It can be added to sweets like halwa and kheer, and baked goods like cakes, brownies, muffins and cookies.
It can be stored in a cool and dry place and it lasts for long.

Description

Granulated sugar is the small white crystals of sugar, made either of beet sugar or cane sugar. It undergoes a refining process where all of the naturally present molasses are refined out of it. It is widely used in North America and Europe.

Health benefits

Granulated sugar converts into glucose when it goes to the blood and then absorbed by cells that help to produce energy.⁽¹⁾
It can help those with low blood pressure level as it can instantly help to increase the blood pressure.⁽¹⁾

Selection Guide

Make sure the granulated sugar is crystal clear and clean and does not contains any dust or debris. Also it should be completely dry with no hint of moisture.

Note

Excessive consumption of granulated sugar can cause obesity and can also increase the risk of heart diseases. It may also increase the risk of diabetes, cancer and depression. It may also accelerate the skin aging process.⁽²⁾

Resource & Links

(1) https://www.healthbenefitstimes.com/white-sugar/

(2) https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/too-much-sugar

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