Molasses is the result of processed table sugar. Molasses is syrup left after the final crystallization of sugar. It is dark in color and texture is thick. It is sweetened and darker in color, the stronger in taste is. If you do not want to use sugar, you may add molasses but be ready for the changing taste. As you are well aware of the nutritious value of the processed sugar, so you can use molasses at its place. It provides calories, which is source of energy. It is not artificial unlike aspartame or saccharin.
Word molasses is derivation from Portuguese word melaco and its meaning is “honey-like”. People may take it as a health supplement and it can be substitute of table sugar as well. It can be more nutritious if it is extracted with good technique. It is widely produced in India, Thailand, Brazil and United States.
Molasses Nutritional Value, Data, Information, Content, Label, List and Benefits
Measure 2
Weight 30g
Energy 129kcal
Energy 539kj
Protein 2g
Carbohydrate 22g
Total Sugar 5g
Total Dietary Fiber 0.3g
Total Fat 4g
Saturated Fat 1.0g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Calcium 22mg
Iron 1.9mg
Sodium 138mg
Potassium 104mg
Magnesium 16mg
Phosphorus 29 mg
Thiamin 0.1mg
Riboflavin 0.08mg
Niacin 1.3NE
Folate 44DFE