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What Are Added Sugars? When looking at a nutrition label on packaged foods, you may notice there is total sugars and added sugars on the label. Added sugars are the sugars added during the processing of that food item. That means regular granular sugar, honey, syrups, and the like that are added to the food. This does not include sugar that naturally occurs in that item, like fruit, milk, and veggies. Total sugars is the combination of any naturally occurring in the food plus any added sugars. And not all added sugar comes from desserts—many are consumed in beverages and some are hidden in

Reducing Sodium In Japanese cooking, several staple ingredients are commonly used, each with its own unique properties. Soy sauce, known as shoyu, is made from fermented soybeans, wheat, salt, and water. While traditional soy sauce adds rich flavor to dishes, it often contains high levels of sodium, making it less ideal for individuals with high blood pressure. A healthier alternative is tamari soy sauce, which is gluten-free and has reduced sodium content. Miso paste, made from fermented soybeans, salt, and koji (fermented rice), is prized for its probiotic benefits. However, due to its high