do you give sugar to kids? people are talking about giving up sugar completely, but does that apply to children too?

Yes, of course. Sugar is essential for kids and for adults as well. Its just that excess of sugar isnt good. With kids you need not worry as they would play and are always active, thus burning most of the energy/calories they consume through sugar. So please make sure you do not stop or reduce the sugar you give your kid, just make sure its not too much in a day...