Beet Sugar

Beet sugar is a sweetener made from sugar beets, a root vegetable. The beets are harvested, washed, and then sliced to extract their sugar content. The sugar is then purified and crystallized.

Manufacturers add beet sugar primarily as a sweetener, providing a clean, neutral sweetness. It is commonly found in baked goods like breads and buns, as well as in beverages such as sodas and syrups.

Beet sugar is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a sweetener. Like other caloric sweeteners, excessive intake can contribute to excess calorie consumption. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated sucrose, the main component of beet sugar, and established an acceptable daily intake. Evidence does not link moderate consumption of beet sugar to adverse health effects.