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Rapidura Or Turbinado Sugar

Rapadura and turbinado sugar are minimally refined cane sugars that retain some molasses compared with white sugar. They are primarily used as sweeteners in cooking and baking.

Beneficial properties

minimally refined sweetener retains some molasses provides quick energy

Nutritional highlights

They consist mostly of sucrose with small amounts of minerals such as calcium, potassium, iron, and magnesium, though not in nutritionally significant amounts.

Caution. High added sugar intake can contribute to blood sugar spikes and is a concern for people with diabetes or those limiting added sugars.

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