Sugar, white

White sugar is refined sugar, mainly sucrose, described here in granulated and loaf forms. It mainly provides carbohydrate in the form of sugars, which supply energy. Per 100g, the supplied data list 1680 kJ of energy, 0g of fat and 0g of fibre. Protein is present only in trace amounts.

Sugar added to foods or drinks counts as free sugar. Frequent consumption of foods and drinks containing free sugars contributes to tooth decay. For people monitoring sugar or energy intake, white sugar contributes to both, despite containing no fat. Full nutrient figures are given in the tables below.