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¼ Cup Packed Light Brown Sugar

Light brown sugar is refined sucrose with added molasses, used primarily as a sweetener in baking and cooking. It provides quick-digesting carbohydrate but minimal overall nutritional value.

Beneficial properties

quick source of energy adds sweetness contains trace molasses minerals

Nutritional highlights

It is mostly sugar (sucrose) with small amounts of molasses contributing trace minerals such as calcium, potassium, and iron.

Caution. High in added sugar; frequent intake can raise blood glucose and contribute to tooth decay, so people with diabetes or those limiting added sugars should use caution.

Conditions it helps with

Cavities & Tooth Pain
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Diabetes (Type 1 & Type 2)
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Diabetes (Type 2)
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Weight Gain & Obesity
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