How is sugar different from sugar? The surprising distinction explained
                                
                                
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                                While a nutritional label lists 'sugars' (plural), the ingredient list may simply show 'sugar' (singular), referring specifically to sucrose from cane or beet. This grammatical difference points to a deeper distinction in food science and nutrition.