SUGAR

Generally, when people say "sugar," they are referring to the white sugar known as sucrose. Sucrose is formed from the joining of one molecule of glucose and one molecule of fructose. White sugar that is often used in daily food is usually obtained from sugar cane or sugar beets through processing.

Gula memiliki berbagai fungsi dalam makanan, termasuk memberikan rasa manis, memberikan kelembutan dan tekstur pada produk roti dan kue, serta berperan dalam karamelisasi dan pewarnaan makanan. Namun, konsumsi gula yang berlebihan dapat berdampak negatif pada kesehatan. Asupan gula yang berlebihan dapat menyebabkan peningkatan berat badan, risiko penyakit kardiovaskular, diabetes, dan masalah kesehatan lainnya.

It is important to consume sugar wisely and watch the amount in a balanced diet. Health organizations recommend limiting consumption of added sugars that come from processed foods and sugary drinks, and preferring natural sources of sugar such as fruits and vegetables.