Sugar by many names: Uncovering hidden sweeteners

We should avoid consuming too much-refined sugar daily. Excessive intake of refined sugar is linked to various health issues, including obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. However, identifying sugar in foods can be challenging because it appears under many different names. When shopping, be sure to read food labels carefully, as sugar is often disguised under other terms. Below are some common names for sugar that may appear on food labels: - High fructose corn syrup - Glucose - Sucrose - Fructose - Maltodextrin - Corn syrup - Brown sugar - Agave syrup - Maltose - Barley malt - Cane sugar - Caramel - Sorghum syrup - Raw sugar - Powdered sugar - Corn syrup solids - Glucose syrup solids - Crystalline fructose - Golden syrup - Agave honey - Malt puree - Butterscotch - Panera Caramel - Sugar cane juice-rock candy - Lactose - Refined syrup - Caster sugar - Golden Candy - Icing powder - Musk Brown Sugar - Ethyl maltitol - Maltose syrup - Concentrated sugar cane juice