Is jaggery the right replacement of Sugar for sweeting the drinks like tea, nimboo Pani etc. And sweet dishes like kheer, halwa etc. What are the bad effects of jaggery?

Dr. Prabhakar Laxman JatharEndocrinologist46yrs exp

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Mr. lybrate-user, Jaggery and sugar are similar in terms of giving the amount of glucose, as both contain sucrose which is made up of Glucose + Fructose. The main difference is in manufacturing process. Jaggery is made without using aany chemicals compared to sugar. Therefore, it is supposed to contain certain antioxidents, other than that there is no other advantage. But if a person is having diabetes then both these substances should be avoided. Thanks. 

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Dr. Suzi JacklinDiabetologist9yrs exp

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Hi Jaggery is made from unrefined sugar. They have good nutrients in them and hence is believed to be healthy when compared to your refined sugar. But ultimately they are sugars and when taken by diabetics they do increase the blood sugar. If taken for long term they cause weight gain and worm infestation. 

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Dr. Sunil SuryawanshiGeneral Physician22yrs exp

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Hi Lybrate, Jaggery cannot be replacement for sugar in diet. It is sugar only in other form and taste. Needs more quantity than regular crystal sugar. The jaggary contains Iron and B12 vitamin is good for health in normal way. But it has similar effects like sugar in body making one prone to diabetes and obesity. Regards. 

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