We know we almost all need to work on cutting sugar. It makes such a huge difference. It’s in so many things nowadays, so become a label reader, you may be shocked at all the hidden sugars you find. Eg. in peanut butter, salad dressings, ketchup, bbq sauce, protein bars etc. Try making your own protein balls and bars when you can, that way you are in control, and it will likely taste a whole lot better too!
We know we almost all need to work on cutting sugar. It makes such a huge difference. It’s in so many things nowadays, so become a label reader, you may be shocked at all the hidden sugars you find. Eg. in peanut butter, salad dressings, ketchup, bbq sauce, protein bars etc. Try making your own protein balls and bars when you can, that way you are in control, and it will likely taste a whole lot better too!
Organic apple sauce and pumpkin is are far healthier than processed sugar and can be substituted for sugar pretty much equally: 1 cup applesauce or pumpkin for 1 cup sugar. I use both for baking often. Please note that because they are both a ‘wet’ ingredients, reduce the amount of another liquid, such as milk or water, by one quarter or so. They both up the fibre content and add many nutrients including probiotics which aid in digestion.
Coconut sugars main benefit over the regular table variety is that it has the benefit of minerals like iron, zinc, calcium and potassium, along with some short-chain fatty acids, polyphenols, and antioxidants. It also contains inulin (a fiber), which may help keep blood sugar from spiking and aids in digestion. Simply swap regular sugar with coconut sugar at a 1:1 ratio. Yup, it’s that easy.
Both have zero calories, zero net carbs and are certified non-GMO and non-glycemic, which means they do not raise your blood sugar. Unlike aspartame, sucralose, and saccharin these are not toxic to your body. Made from three ingredients: erythritol, oligosaccharides and natural flavours. Look for swerve at most health food stores Truvia at any grocery store.
Please be aware– both contain erythritol which is a sugar alcohol, so they can upset your tummy as it isn’t digested by the lower intestine. Use lightly, try not to over consume
I don’t always love the taste of this one on it’s own, and brands vary quite a bit. My fave is the liquid vanilla version. Stevia is one of the more popular low-carb and zero cal sweeteners. It’s not toxic to our bodies as it’s made from the stevia plant. Just look on the back of the stevia package for serving recommendations, as it really does vary depending on what kind you use.
Also note, the whole stevia leaves taste quite ‘green’, lol, not my personal fave, but maybe in a smoothie or for baking.
Monk Fruit has more recently come to the Market and I am starting to think this may be my new #1. It contains zero calories, zero carbohydrates, zero sodium, and zero fat. It’s non toxic and studies are showing it is anti-inflammatory. Monk fruit sugar doesn't affect your blood sugar levels and can improve your glycemic control. The sweetener in monk fruit sugar, known as mongrosides, has anti-inflammatory effects and has been shown to can help fight cancer.Jun 22, 2021