What Kind of Sugar Do the Amish Use? A Deep Dive Into Traditional Sweeteners
                                
                                
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                                According to a study published by the National Institutes of Health, the Amish consume significantly more homemade cakes, cookies, and pies than their non-Amish neighbors, suggesting a substantial reliance on sweeteners. But given their traditional lifestyle, what kind of sugar do the Amish use for their famous baked goods and preserved foods?