Unlike other forms of sugar production, chemicals are not used either to modify or extract the sugar. (sugar-and-sweetener-guide.com)
It is also a natural form of sugar so has a lower GI compared processed sugar. (anniesdorsetkitchen.com)
Although these substitutes are all much better than processed white sugar, they are still forms of sugar and should only be eaten occasionally as a treat. (conscious-foodie.com)