Hershey's Cookies 'n' Creme Fangs - Sugar

Sugar is a carbohydrate that occurs naturally in plants like sugarcane and sugar beets. It is typically produced by crushing these plants and extracting the sweet juice, which is then purified and crystallized.

Sugar is primarily used as a sweetener in a vast array of food products, including baked goods, candies, beverages, and dairy products. It also contributes to texture, browning, and acts as a preservative in some foods.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) lists sugar as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS). Major health organizations recommend limiting added sugars in the diet. Excessive consumption of added sugars is associated with increased risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated sugar, but they did not set a numeric acceptable daily intake (ADI).