==Nutritional issues==
The Sugar Association maintains that sugar is an essential and healthy part of the diet. The maintains and says that sugars are not "uniquely fattening." The Association's website says, "Nutrition experts consistently recommend increasing carbohydrates to achieve a healthful diet."<ref>Sugar Association [http://www.sugar.org/sugar-and-your-diet/balanced-diet.html Balanced Diet], organizational website, accessed December 14, 2011</ref>
==Member companies==