Turbinado Sugar Or Pure Cane Sugar

Turbinado sugar and pure cane sugar are caloric sweeteners made from sugarcane, with turbinado being less refined and retaining a small amount of molasses. They are used primarily to add sweetness and provide energy, but they are not a significant source of essential nutrients.

Beneficial properties

quick source of energy minimally processed form available adds sweetness and palatability

Nutritional highlights

Mostly sucrose carbohydrate; turbinado may contain trace amounts of minerals such as calcium, potassium, and iron, but not in nutritionally meaningful amounts.