According to some studies, the recommended daily sugar intake varies between men, women, and children and depends on each person's health condition. Daily excessive consumption of white sugar in large quantities can lead to several health problems in the short and long term, including an increased risk of weight gain, higher body fat percentage, risk of tooth decay, and eating disorders. There are no health harms from abstaining from added sugar; deciding to reduce added sugar intake is extremely important for the body's health. However, quitting sugar from all sources can cause some symptoms and side effects that affect the body's physical state due to sugar withdrawal from the diet. Sugar is a contributing factor to the spread of obesity and a primary cause of many diseases, including type 2 diabetes and heart disease. For this reason, added sugar consumption should not exceed 5-10% of daily calories to maintain a healthy diet. A field survey by 'Emirates Today' in major retail outlets in Dubai and Sharjah revealed about 39 brands of sugar products in various types. The survey showed a great diversity in sugar products, in terms of brands, countries of origin, and production sources in the markets, with varying countries of origin such as the UAE, India, the Philippines, Saudi Arabia, the UK, and France. Two officials in the retail sector told 'Emirates Today' that sugar products are goods with high demand during the month of Ramadan, with demand increasing by about 40% since the beginning of Ramadan, especially with varying discounts on them. In detail, a field survey conducted by 'Emirates Today' in major retail outlets in Dubai and Sharjah found about 39 brands of sugar products in various types. Sugar products in the country show great diversity in both types and brands. However, these minerals in brown sugar are not sufficient to make it a rich source of vitamins and minerals for the body.
