Sugar Nutrition Facts

IN THE WORKS: K-P TO PASS LEGISLATION ON BREASTFEEDING, CHILD NUTRITION



Some sweeteners also have a lower glycemic index (GI) rating than regular sugar, thus potentially raising blood sugar levels less quickly than white table sugar. High blood sugar levels may contribute to diabetes and other health problems. For example, agave nectar has a glycemic index of only 30 compared to the simplest broken-down sugar known to man and the chemical compound that fuels our brain: glucose, which has a GI rating of 100. Honey averages 55 on the GI scale; fructose averages about 20; lactose (milk sugar) checks in at 46 and sucrose (common table sugar; a combo of fructose and glucose) has a GI of 68.


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After which, the bill will be sent for vetting to the law department before it is presented to the assembly. According to Dr Raza, the intended legislation would empower drug inspectors to monitor doctors and pharmacists and keep a strict check in order to prevent them from promoting the use of alternatives to breast milk. Many countries have placed a ban on the use of formula for feeding babies. However, nearly 40 companies in Pakistan are still selling such products, she said. HSRU has also prepared a Food Safety Authority Bill which is with the chief minister (CM) for consideration. Once it has been approved by the CM, it will also be presented to the K-P Assembly. Dr Raza added inspection teams would be devised at the provincial level to check the standard and distribution of food items and products.

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