sugar
Coverage of sugar in the Nexus archive.
- Bimbo’s regenerative farmland use passes half a million hectares as it eyes 100% sustainable sourcing by 2050
Grupo Bimbo, a Mexican multinational food company, has surpassed 500,000 hectares in regenerative agriculture by 2025, a 73% increase from 2024, advancing its goal of 100% sustainable sourcing by 2050. The company collaborates with farmers and suppliers to improve soil health and sustainability for crops like wheat, corn, and sugar as part of its 'For Nature' and 'Positive Nutrition' initiatives.
- Should we really be cutting out sugar from our diets... or is it just a myth? As new study suggests avoiding it won't help you lose weight, and could even increase your risk of disease
A new study suggests avoiding sugar may not aid weight loss and could potentially increase disease risk, challenging common dietary advice to cut out sugar.
- FAO food commodity prices in May showed increases in cereals, sugar and beef
World food commodity prices remained broadly stable in May as declines in vegetable oil prices offset increases in cereals, sugar, and beef. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) reported this balance in its latest data.
- Young colon cancer linked to specific fats in ultra-processed foods
Research links young colon cancer to ultra-processed foods containing specific fats and oils. Studies presented at a major cancer conference suggest young-onset colorectal cancer is biologically distinct from traditional cases, with inflammation and gut microbiome changes as potential drivers.
- Sugar Futures Climb as Brazilian Mills Seen Making More Ethanol
Sugar futures are rising as Brazilian mills shift production toward ethanol due to rainfall disrupting the sugarcane harvest and reducing the crop's sucrose content. This shift is tightening sugar supplies and extending a three-day price rally.
- Sugar Climbs Most in a Month on Poor India Monsoon Rain Outlook
Sugar prices climbed the most in a month due to poor monsoon rain outlook in India. The market reaction reflects concerns over potential impacts on sugar production and supply.
- Susannah Constantine reveals she's lost a stone in just 12 weeks after kicking her lifelong addiction to sugar and says 'giving up alcohol was easier'
Susannah Constantine lost a stone in 12 weeks after quitting sugar and found giving up alcohol easier. She overcame her lifelong addiction to sugar. This transformation occurred in a relatively short period.
- The health benefits of honey revealed... and if it's REALLY better for you than a spoonful of sugar
Honey has various health benefits, making it a potentially better choice than sugar. It contains antioxidants and has antimicrobial properties. Consuming honey may help soothe coughs and improve digestive health.
- The health benefits of honey revealed... and if it's REALLY better for you than a spoonful of sugar
Honey has various health benefits, making it a potentially better choice than sugar. It contains antioxidants and has antimicrobial properties. However, its advantages over sugar are still being studied.
- What sugar does to your body
Eating sugar has negative effects on the body, but fruit is still a good option despite containing lots of sugar. The article discusses the impact of sugar consumption on health. Sugar's negative effects are highlighted, while fruit is considered a healthy choice.
- European Sugar Rift Deepens Over Plan to Curb Duty-Free Imports
The European Union faces a deepening rift among member states over a proposed plan to restrict duty-free sugar imports, which could disrupt trade agreements and domestic markets.
- Why do people still drink skimmed milk? It's packed with more sugar than full-fat and I'd never touch the stuff, says PETER HITCHENS
The article questions the popularity of skimmed milk, highlighting that it contains more sugar than full-fat milk and expressing the author's personal rejection of it.
- What caffeine does to ants could change pest control
Argentine ants given caffeinated sugar improved their foraging efficiency, taking straighter paths and reducing travel time by 38%. This enhanced learning could lead to more effective pest control baits.
- Are sugar substitutes healthier than the real thing?
The article explores the health implications of sugar substitutes compared to regular sugar, suggesting potential drawbacks despite their perceived benefits. It highlights 'bitter truths' about their impact on health, indicating possible negative consequences.
- Is Nutella really that bad for you? Diet experts reveal the eye-opening truth about the much-loved chocolate and hazelnut spread... and give their verdict on the healthier alternatives
The article examines Nutella's nutritional content, highlighting its high sugar and fat levels. Diet experts discuss its health implications and recommend alternatives like almond butter or peanut butter.
- Your brain can trick you into liking artificial sweeteners
A study reveals that the brain's expectations about a drink's content (sugar vs. artificial sweetener) significantly influence taste perception. Participants experienced heightened enjoyment when expecting sugar, even with artificial sweeteners, and vice versa for real sugar.