Adding Sugar-The Killer of Obesity, Diabetes and Dental Caries According to the World Health Organization (WHO), [Free sugar] refers to monosaccharides and disaccharides added to food by manufacturers, cooks or consumers, plus sugars naturally occurring in honey, syrup and fruit juice. Monosaccharides have one sugar molecule and include glucose, galactose and fructose. Disaccharides have two sugar molecules. The most widely consumed disaccharides are sucrose or granulated sugar. However, sugar in whole fruits and vegetables is not included. We have compiled a table to let everyone know the characteristics of common added sugar. Sweeteners-Not the Solution Compared with added sugar, sweeteners are not carbohydrates, which will not cause dental caries, increase blood sugar and contain no energy while providing sweet taste. Read More …