Ingredient

Real Sugar

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add real sugar primarily as a sweetener to enhance the taste of foods …

What it is

Real sugar, also known as sucrose, is a common sweetener derived from sugarcane or sugar beets. The plants are harvested, and their juice is extracted, purified, and crystallized to produce the white granulated sugar found in most kitchens. It is a carbohydrate that provides energy.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add real sugar primarily as a sweetener to enhance the taste of foods and beverages. It also contributes to texture, browning, and acts as a preservative in some products. It is a key ingredient in baked goods, candies, dairy products, and beverages.

Health notes

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) lists sucrose as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for use in food. High intake of added sugars, including real sugar, is linked to increased risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated sucrose. Evidence on the health effects of added sugars is extensive and ongoing.

Allergen info

Real sugar is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Real Sugar

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ALE 81 Real Ginger Soft Drink Soda High in added sugars — 60% DV per serving 33kcal 0Protein 0Fat 8.3Carbs Blue Sky Natural Beverage Co. Cream Soda, Cream Soda 48kcal 0Protein 0Fat 13.0Carbs Blue Sky Natural Beverage Co. Natural Soda, Jamaican Ginger Ale Soda 40kcal 0Protein 0Fat 10.4Carbs Blue Sky Natural Beverage Co. Natural Soda, Grape Soda 40kcal 0Protein 0Fat 10.2Carbs Blue Sky Natural Beverage Co. Blue Sky, Natural Soda, Black Cherry, Black Cherry Soda 40kcal 0Protein 0Fat 10.4Carbs Blue Sky Natural Beverage Co. Natural Soda, Cherry Vanilla Creme Soda 51kcal 0Protein 0Fat 13.0Carbs Chattanooga Bakery Inc Chocolate Single Decker Pies, Chocolate Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in added sugars — 38% DV per serving 386kcal 5.3Protein 10.5Fat 70.2Carbs Carolina Canners Inc Carolina Punch Soda 15kcal 0Protein 0Fat 3.8Carbs Chocolate Single Decker Pies, Chocolate Chattanooga Bakery Inc Chocolate Single Decker Pies, Chocolate Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in added sugars — 38% DV per serving 386kcal 5.3Protein 10.5Fat 70.2Carbs Banana Single Decker Pies, Banana Chattanooga Bakery Inc Banana Single Decker Pies, Banana Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in added sugars — 38% DV per serving 386kcal 5.3Protein 10.5Fat 70.2Carbs Banana Single Decker Pies, Banana Chattanooga Bakery Inc Banana Single Decker Pies, Banana Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in added sugars — 38% DV per serving 386kcal 5.3Protein 10.5Fat 70.2Carbs Chattanooga Bakery Inc Vanilla Single Decker Pies, Vanilla Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in added sugars — 38% DV per serving 386kcal 5.3Protein 10.5Fat 70.2Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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