processed
Refined white sugar drives inflammation through rapid blood glucose spikes, insulin resistance, and advanced glycation end-product formation without providing any beneficial nutrients.
Rapid Glucose Spike
+1.5
Pure sucrose causes immediate blood sugar elevation, triggering inflammatory insulin response and oxidative stress.
AGE Formation
+0.8
High glucose levels promote advanced glycation end-products that damage proteins and activate inflammatory receptors.
Nutrient Depletion
+0.7
Metabolizing sugar requires B vitamins and minerals without providing any, potentially depleting anti-inflammatory nutrient stores.
This score is ingredient-based and weighted by DII-inspired evidence. Foods with added sugar, refined starches, and heavy processing trend higher; foods with fiber, omega-3, and polyphenols trend lower.
Sucrose itself is not a FODMAP, but high amounts can overwhelm digestive capacity and cause symptoms in sensitive individuals.
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