It doesn't matter if the sugar is white, brown, organic or raw. The body uses all types in the same way. Although molasses contains a fair amount of potassium, the amount of molasses added to brown sugar is so low it doesn't contribute enough of any vitamin or mineral to count on a food label. Unless you have a health condition such as diabetes or obesity, sugar does not pose a significant health threat, other than its contribution to dental caries. Sugar is very important to the food industry, and not just for the impact it has on the flavor of products.
Sugars also help to preserve foods such as jams, cereals, cakes, candies, cookies and drinks.
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