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It depends on who is talking and what they mean. There are many kinds of sugars in nature, and still more that do not occur in nature but that have been made in the laboratory and that is what makes them artificial. They are not important in day-to-day use, because they are expensive and usually useless as well.
One also could make sugars that one does find in nature, and because you had made them artificially, that would make them artificial even though they were the same as the natural sugars. Think of high fructose corn syrup for example. People break starch down into glucose (which is "making glucose", if you like) then they treat the glucose with a natural enzyme that twists part of the molecule so as to swap the positions of a few atoms, and that turns it into fructose, much as twisting a piece of wire can make a paper clip. The wire wasn't a paper clip before you started, but is now. Similarly the molecule wasn't fructose before, but is now. But fructose is the same sugar one finds a lot of in fruit, so it is natural even if it is artificial as well.
However, some people speak of "artificial sugars" or "artificial sweeteners", when what they mean is "sugar substitutes". Some of the sweeteners aren't really artificial, but come from plants, but none of them are sugars, artificial or not. Examples of such chemicals are saccharine, Aspartame, and cyclamate. Some that are not artificial are stevia, sorbitol and thaumatin.
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Does propel contain sugar?
artificial sugars.
Does artificial sugars diet sodas kill brain cells?
Yes they do
Do sugars only occur naturally or can they be made synthetically?
Many artificial sweeteners are known today.
Do natural sugars ferment faster in yeast than artificial sugars?
Some sugars ferment faster than others because they are less processed. Fruit sugars ferment faster than processed white sugar for example.
Is softdrink a pure substance?
No, it is a complex mixture of different compounds, such as carbonic acid, artificial flavors, water, sugars, etc.
Does Overconsumption of simple sugars causes hyperactivity and behavioral problems in children?
It is true that overconsumption of simple sugars causes hyperactivity and behavioral problems in children. Artificial colors and flavors also create a similar reaction.
What kind of foods are diabetic friendly?
Natural sugars, like those contained in fruits, are normally diabetic friendly. I have heard that those with diabetes would typically want to steer clear of starches and artificial sugars.
Are there any healthy sugars?
There are healthy sweeteners, like honey and stevia. There are also natural sugars in fruits. Table sugar, which is refined, and high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) are unhealthy. Artificial sweeteners are also unhealthy.
Does coke zero make you gain weight?
Yes. Artificial sugars do essentially the same thing as normal sugars. Not to mention it's even worse for your health. Water is always a dependable drink when it comes to hydration and weight watching.
What fruit snack contains the most fruit and least artificial sweeteners?
The Florida's natural fruit stiks contain 90% real juice and fruit. This not only means it's all natural, but means that there are less artificial sugars and sweeteners in it.
What type of artificial sugars are found in diet sodas?
aspartame after the sweetener became available in the United States in 1983; to save money, this was originally in a blend with saccharin.
Can fruit juice be fattening if you drink more then what you were supposed to?
Anything that has sugar in it, whether it be natural sugars or artificial sugars can be fattening. Assuming you do not burn up the sugar after it is turned into ATP, it will eventually change forms and turn into fat. Besides, everything had some fat content in it. All you need to do to counteract this is to exercise often and eat well (foods without a lot of ADDED SUGARS, natural sugars are really good for you in fact).
