Sugar Rush Mackenzie Campbell and Rachel Tuskan. What is Sugar? Sugar is a form of carbohydrate that is the source of energy for our bodies. There are.

Sugar RushMackenzie Campbell

and

Rachel Tuskan

What is Sugar?Sugar is a form of carbohydrate that

is the source of energy for our bodies. There are natural sugars that are in foods like fruits, and there are added sugars that are

added to foods or beverages when they are processed or prepared.

Other Names for Sugar-Corn Syrup-Cane Juice-Honey -Maple Syrup-Maltodextrin-Sorbitol-Mannitol -Xylitol-Molasses

-Sucrose (table sugar)-Glucose, Maltose, Lactose, Fructose, & Dextrose-Brown Sugar-Confectioner’s/Powdered Sugar-High Fructose Corn Syrup

Table Sugar Sources

Tooth Decay

SUGAR QUIZ

Which of the following is NOT another name for sugar?

A. Sucrose

B. Honey

C.Candy

D.Corn Syrup

What is the BEST sugar-containing snack to choose?

A. Soda

B. Candy Bar

C.Fruit Gummies

D.Apple

TRUE OR FALSE

Barbeque sauce, marinara sauce, and baked beans contain sugar.

Which of these is NOT a health effect of excess sugar consumption?

A. Diabetes

B. Fever

C.Obesity

D.Tooth Decay

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