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Free sugars

Definition:

"Free sugars" are all monosaccharides [simple sugars] and disaccharides [sugars composed of two monosaccharides] (including refined sugars from cane, beet and corn) added to foods by the manufacturer, cook or consumer, plus sugars naturally present in honey, syrups and fruit juices.

Source & ©: CBC Sugar Surprise 

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14-2-2008