Those who love to bake will be very familiar with brown sugar, as it is a staple ingredient in many of our favorite treats. We often associate any brown foods, like brown rice or pasta, as being healthier than the white alternatives, except when it comes to sugar. Brown sugar is made from the same plant as white sugar and consists of a mixture of a dark syrup called molasses and white sugar. Given the presence of molasses, there is iron, calcium and magnesium in brown sugar, however, the amounts are too small to be of any benefit. Brown sugar also has roughly the same amount of calories as white sugar, with the recommended daily intake of added sugars being under 50g. Some argue that we should consume even less, as overconsumption has been linked to strokes, high blood pressure, diabetes and heart attacks. "The specific recommendation of 50 grams of added sugars as a daily limit is not universally agreed upon and will vary depending on an individual's energy needs. This limit applies to all types and sources of added sugars, such as brown sugar, white sugar, honey and maple syrup," said Jen Messer, nutrition consultant.