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What are the benefits of sugar?
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Energy: Sugar is one of the main sources of energy our bodies are designed to use. Too much sugar, of course, can lead to things like obesity and diabetes.
Answered 3/12/2014
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Few: With the rise in obesity and diabetes in this country sugar truly has few benefits, especially in any excess.
Answered 10/4/2016
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