Sugars

• What are the two sources of sugar?

  Sugar beet and sugar cane
• What are the types of white sugars?

  • Granulated
  • Caster
  • Icing
• What are the types of brown sugars?

  • Soft brown
  • Demerara
  • Muscovado
• What is the primary function of sugar in food?

  To add sweetness and flavor
• What happens during caramelization?

  Sugar changes structure and turns brown
• How does sugar act as a preservative?

  It prevents microorganism growth in food
• What role does sugar play in fermentation?

  It provides food for yeast in bread making
• How does sugar contribute to aeration?

  It helps incorporate air when creaming with fat
• How does sugar prevent enzymic browning?

  It protects fruit surfaces from oxygen exposure
• What are the advantages of using artificial sweeteners?

  • Sweetness without calories
  • Less chance of tooth decay
  • Versatile uses in various products
• What are some tips for reducing sugar intake?

  • Choose wholegrain cereals
  • Opt for tinned fruit in natural juice
  • Select water or diet drinks
  • Swap cakes for fruit or vegetable sticks
  • Gradually reduce sugar in beverages
  • Use low-fat spreads instead of jam
  • Reduce sugar in baking
• What health problems are linked to excessive sugar consumption?

  • Type 2 diabetes
  • Tooth decay and cavities
  • Obesity
• What nutrient is primarily found in sugar?

  Carbohydrate
• How does sugar affect blood sugar levels?

  It raises them quickly for energy
• Why is sugar described as having 'empty calories'?

  It adds no other nutrients to the diet
• What is 'hidden sugar'?

  Sugar found in ready-made savory foods
• What are some alternative names for sugar?

  Sucrose and corn syrup
• What is caramelization?

  A change in sugar structure with heat
• What is aeration in baking?

  Adding air into a mixture
• What are artificial sweeteners?

  Synthetically produced food additives
• What is a preservative?

  A substance that keeps food unchanged
• What is choux pastry used for?

  Making profiteroles and eclairs
• What are the two main sources of sugar?

  Sugar beet and sugar cane
• What are the types of white sugars?

  • Granulated
  • Caster
  • Icing
• What are the types of brown sugars?

  • Soft brown
  • Demerara
  • Muscovado
• What is the primary function of sugar in food?

  To add sweetness and flavor
• What happens during caramelization?

  Sugar changes structure and turns brown
• How does sugar act as a preservative?

  It prevents microorganism growth in food
• What role does sugar play in fermentation?

  It provides food for yeast in bread making
• How does sugar contribute to aeration?

  It helps incorporate air when creaming with fat
• How does sugar prevent enzymic browning in fruit?

  It protects fruit surfaces from oxygen exposure
• What are artificial sweeteners?

  Synthetically produced food additives
• What are the advantages of using artificial sweeteners?

  • Sweetness without calories
  • Less chance of tooth decay
  • Versatile uses in various products
• What are the disadvantages of artificial sweeteners?

  • Distinct aftertaste
  • Dense, dry texture in baked goods
  • No energy provided
  • Links to cardiovascular diseases
• What are tips for reducing sugar intake?

  • Choose wholegrain cereals
  • Opt for tinned fruit in natural juice
  • Select water or diet drinks
  • Swap sweets for fruits or veggies
  • Gradually reduce sugar in beverages
  • Use low-fat spreads instead of jam
  • Decrease sugar in baking
• What health problems are linked to excessive sugar consumption?

  • Type 2 diabetes
  • Tooth decay and cavities
  • Obesity
• What nutrient is primarily found in sugar?

  Carbohydrate
• How does sugar affect blood sugar levels?

  It raises blood sugar quickly for energy
• Why is sugar often described as having 'empty calories'?

  It adds no other nutrients to the diet
• Where can hidden sugars be found?

  In readymade and savory foods