Is Sucrose a Harmful Chemical? The Truth About Table Sugar
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Sucrose, the scientific name for table sugar, is a disaccharide molecule composed of glucose and fructose, and while naturally present in many foods, excessive consumption is linked to a higher risk of developing conditions like type 2 diabetes and heart disease. The crucial distinction lies not in sucrose being a 'chemical,' but rather in the quantity and context in which it is consumed.