BROWN SUGAR

  • Brown sugar is a mixture of white sugar and molasses, which is a type of sugar-derived syrup. Molasses is responsible for its darker color and slightly increases its nutritional value.
  • Brown sugar is much lower in calories as compared to white sugar.
  • In addition, it contains multiple micronutrients such as iron, calcium, potassium, zinc, copper, phosphorus, and vitamin B-6, which are essential for a healthy functioning body.
  • Common uses for brown sugar include sweetening baked goods, sauces, marinades, and even bacon.
  • It’s also made into a sugar syrup, often with spices, to flavor beverages.
  • Thanks to the granules and slightly acidic pH (as well as its sweet smell), brown sugar has also become a popular ingredient in body scrubs.
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