Fair Trade Certified Sugar In The Raw Turbinado Sugar

Fair Trade Certified Sugar In The Raw is a brand of turbinado sugar. Turbinado sugar is a type of raw cane sugar that has been minimally processed. It is made by crushing sugar cane to extract the juice, which is then heated to form crystals. The crystals are spun in a turbine to remove most of the molasses, leaving a coarse, light brown sugar.

This sugar is primarily used as a sweetener in a variety of food and beverage products. Its coarse texture and slightly caramel flavor make it a popular choice for topping baked goods, sweetening coffee and tea, and in some beverage formulations like sodas and iced teas.

The FDA considers refined sugars like turbinado sugar to be Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) when used as intended. Like other caloric sweeteners, excessive intake of added sugars can contribute to health issues. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated added sugars and have established guidance on intake levels. Evidence on the health effects of added sugars is extensive and ongoing, with major health organizations recommending limiting intake.