Tag: Unrefined brown sugar

While commonly perceived as a healthier alternative, studies show that unrefined brown sugar has a nearly identical calorie and sugar content to refined white sugar. The question of whether unrefined brown sugar is truly better for you requires a closer look at its nutritional composition and how it impacts your body compared to its highly-processed cousin.

According to the American Heart Association, both brown and white sugar are considered added sugars that should be limited for optimal health. But is unrefined brown sugar healthy, or is it just a clever marketing term? This article aims to settle the debate by looking at the nutritional facts.