Is jaggery really better than sugar?
                                
                                
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                                Gram for gram, refined white sugar contains zero vitamins or minerals, while jaggery retains small amounts of nutrients due to its minimal processing. This key distinction is at the heart of the long-running debate: is jaggery really better than sugar for your health?