Sugar is added to a lot of foods: granola bars, breakfast cereals, bread, soup, and even condiments like ketchup and salad dressing. If sugar is in so many foods, are you eating gluten, too? Plain sugar itself does NOT contain gluten. However, sugar is often added to foods that contain gluten, such as a cookie made with wheat flour. We’ll give you a refresher course on what gluten is, what things it’s found in, and why [...]
Does Sugar Have Fiber?
Carbs, fiber, sugar, starch…nutrition lingo can get confusing to follow sometimes! We’re here to clarify the differences between these terms and answer the question - does sugar have fiber? Sugar does NOT contain fiber. Sugar and fiber are both carbs, but they are different types of carbs, which is why sugar doesn’t have fiber and fiber doesn’t have sugar. Don’t worry, we’ll make sure it all makes perfect sense by the [...]
Are Sugar Alcohols Unhealthy?
If you’ve looked at the ingredients label on keto-friendly foods, sugar-free foods, or no-sugar-added products, you’ll likely see an ingredient ending in “-ol” - which signifies sugar alcohol. Are these sugar alcohols okay to eat, or are they unhealthy? When consumed in moderation, sugar alcohols are safe to consume and aren’t considered unhealthy. How much is “in moderation”, and what are sugar alcohols, anyway? We’ll [...]
Does Sugar Have Protein?
Sugar, fat, protein, carbs…nutrition can get a little confusing at times if you haven’t studied it! Even people who went on to earn degrees in nutrition at one point had to learn the difference between these types of terms and answer questions like “Does sugar have protein?” Sugar is 100% sugar and does not contain any protein. We’ll explain the difference between carbs, sugars, protein, and fat below to offer more [...]
Are Artificial Sweeteners Good for Diabetics?
The topic of artificial sweeteners is a highly debated one. On one hand, artificial sweeteners can be used in place of regular sweeteners to reduce sugar intake, which can help you if you have diabetes. On the other hand, newer studies suggest that artificial sweeteners might cause health issues. So what’s the right answer? While there is no definite right answer, it’s generally considered safe for diabetics to consume [...]
Are Sugar Alcohols Natural or Artificial?
Sugar alcohols are a common ingredient in sugar-free and reduced-sugar foods (and non-food items like sugarless gum). If you’ve ever wondered if sugar alcohols are natural or artificial, you’re not alone. Sugar alcohols are isolated and manmade when used as a sugar alternative, so they are generally considered artificial in these cases. However, they occur naturally in some foods, so they aren’t as artificial as TRUE [...]
