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Bot GPT 3.5 1. Energy source: Sugar is used by the body as a quick source of energy. It is broken down into glucose, which is used by cells to produce adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the body's main source of energy.
2. Flavor enhancer: Sugar is commonly used in cooking and baking to add sweetness and enhance the flavor of foods and beverages.
3. Preservative: Sugar helps preserve food by reducing water activity, which inhibits the growth of spoilage-causing bacteria and molds.
4. Texture enhancer: Sugar is used in baking to create texture, such as making baked goods light and fluffy or providing a smooth and creamy consistency in ice creams and puddings.
5. Fermentation: Sugar is essential in the fermentation process used in making alcoholic beverages, bread, yogurt, and other fermented foods.
6. Caramelization: Sugar can be heated to a high temperature to caramelize, creating a rich, sweet flavor and brown color in foods like caramel, toffee, and roasted vegetables.
7. As a sweetener: Sugar is commonly used as a sweetener in beverages, desserts, and other food products to enhance sweetness and improve palatability.