Different nutrients, the ingredients contained in sugar and sugar cane

Different nutrients, the ingredients contained in sugar and sugar cane

Although the raw material of sugar cane has different nutrients even though it's equally sweet.

- Glycemic index and Carbohydrate content

Glycemic is a food level according to its effect on blood sugar levels.

Foods with a high glycemic index contain carbohydrates that are processed quickly by the body and cause blood sugar levels to increase rapidly.

The value of the single Glikemic Index is divided into 3

Height: If the value is equal to or more than 70,

Medium: If the value is the same from 55 to 69,

Low: If the value is below the number 55

The glycemic index scale is 0-100, sugar has a glycemic index of 68, while sugarcane water has a glycemic index of 43. This value is low so it is relatively healthier and contains few calories so it is safe for consumption by diabetics.

- Antioxidants

Sugar cane contains antioxidants called polyphenols. This compound is useful to protect body cells from damage caused by free radicals

Before processing, sugarcane stems contain 187 milligrams of calcium, 56 milligrams of phosphorus, 4.8 milligrams of iron, 757 milligrams of potassium, and 97 milligrams of sodium.

The amount is indeed small, but it's better than sugar water that doesn't contain any minerals.