Myth: Rock sugar is healthier than Regular sugar

I have seen that mothers replaces regular sugar with

rock sugar especially when they are using it for their kids. Thinking that

it is healthier and less processed, and

can use it as much as they want. But

as far as processing is concerned, both-

rock sugar and regular sugar are formed from

the same saturated sugar solutions. Though

there is no major difference between their process,

the rock sugar is more concentrated than

your regular sugar. And thus,

have more calories than regular sugar. Nutrition value

is also same for both the sugars–a big zero!

So, taking calorie count and processing into account

Truth: Rock sugar is not healthier than

regular sugar. Both are the same.

So you should stop replacing your regular sugar with rock sugar.

Healthier alternative of both sugars are:

So according to your recipe you can use above option for your

Desserts, juices, pudding etc.

Always remember you should have everything in balanced form.

That’s all for today

See you next Tuesday with another Tuesday tip

Till than…..

Take care….

Providing simple solutions for the complexities of life

Dr. Bhumita Makwana

Your Dietitian & Cosmetic Clinician