The term 'refined sugar' includes not only the "sugar" listed in ingredient listings, but also brown sugar, glucose, fructose and dextrose. Obvious sources include jams and jellies; hidden sources are often mayonnaise, ketchup, salad dressings and other condiments. Also: Refined Sugars

	Acetyl-L-Carnitine As A Treatment "...(nicotine) cola drinks, most soft drinks (other than natural juices), coffee and tea (caffeinated and decaffeinated), chocolate (cocoa), inorganic mineral water (tap, well, spring), polluted air, refined sugar and refined sugar substitutes, overcooking foods (especially over 130°F), refined and processed foods, long-term storage of foods, freezing of foods, canning of foods, commercial..." Anxiety The Condition "...Eating a lot of foods high in refined sugar increases blood lactate levels and can induce panic in susceptible persons..." Recommendation Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) "...Vitamin B6 is easily destroyed by heavy use of alcohol, drugs and refined sugars..." Biotin As A Treatment "...tobacco (nicotine), cola drinks, most soft drinks (other than natural juices), coffee (caffeinated and decaffeinated), chocolate (cocoa), inorganic mineral water (tap, well, spring), polluted air, refined sugar and refined sugar substitutes, overcooking foods (especially over 130°F), refined and processed foods, long term storage of foods, freezing of foods, canning of foods, commercial..." Body Odor The Condition "...Some other possible cause of body odor ... Refined sugar (feeds bacteria and fungus on the skin)..." Carbohydrate Craving Recommendation Processed Foods Avoidance "...Avoid nutrient-stripped foods made of white flour, white rice, refined sugar and highly concentrated sweeteners..." Excess Sugar Consumption The Condition "...Once you begin to avoid the refined sugars, you will begin to appreciate the natural sweetness of fresh fruits and the subtle flavors of whole grains..." Recommendation Increased Fruit/Vegetable Consumption "Fruit can often be used as a natural replacement for sugar, for example raisins or dates to sweeten baked goods, bananas on cereal, or pure fruit juice to replace soft drinks and thus avoid the refined sugars within..." Giardiasis Infection Recommendation High/Increased Fiber Diet "...This can best be achieved by consuming a whole-food based, high-fiber diet that is low in fat, lactose, and refined sugars..." High Levels Of Triglycerides Recommendation Sugars Avoidance / Reduction "Ingesting refined sugar increases triglyceride levels..." Mitral Valve Prolapse Recommendation Sugars Avoidance / Reduction "Avoidance of refined sugars is commonly recommended by natural doctors..." Osteoporosis - Osteopenia Recommendation Sugars Avoidance / Reduction "...Diets high in refined sugar, protein, salt, caffeine, and phosphorous contained in soft drinks, all promote calcium excretion in urine..." Panic Attacks The Condition "...Eating a lot of foods high in refined sugar increases blood lactate levels and may induce panic in susceptible persons..." Relationship to Excess Sugar Consumption "Eating a lot of foods high in refined sugar increases blood lactate levels and may induce panic in susceptible persons..." Recommendation Sugars Avoidance / Reduction "Eating a lot of foods high in refined sugar increases blood lactate levels and may induce panic in susceptible individuals..." Processed Foods Avoidance As A Treatment "...Processed foods often contain refined sugar, extra salt, and other flavor enhancers..." Silicon / Silica As A Treatment "...(nicotine), cola drinks, most soft drinks (other than natural juices), coffee and tea (caffeinated and decaffeinated), chocolate (cocoa), inorganic mineral water (tap, well, spring), polluted air, refined sugar and refined sugar substitutes, overcooking foods, dairy products, refined and processed foods, polyunsaturated fats, radiation exposure, microwaving foods, synthetic estrogen, birth..." Sugars Avoidance / Reduction As A Treatment "...Remember that refined sugar includes not only "sugar", as listed in ingredient listings, but also the brown sugar that is sold in the baking aisle in the regular grocery store..." Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) As A Treatment "...Vitamin B6 is easily destroyed by the heavy use of alcohol, drugs or refined sugars..." Weakened Immune System The Condition "...Excessive fat, alcohol or refined sugar consumption or inadequate protein, calorie, vitamin, mineral or water intake fosters decreased immune performance as well..." Yeast / Candida Infection The Condition "...Others are less strict and suggest avoiding foods high in simple carbohydrates such as refined sugars (sucrose, fructose, corn syrup), fruit juices, honey, and maple syrup..." Recommendation Sugars Avoidance / Reduction "Avoid foods high in simple carbohydrates such as refined sugars (sucrose, fructose, corn syrup), fruit juices, honey, and maple syrup..." Recommendation Stevia "Stevia is an excellent natural sweetener and a good way to reduce refined sugar consumption..."

Last updated: Feb 28, 2008