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Tell Sugar Goodbye and Say Hello to These Alternatives!
Healthy eating practitioners are always recommending us to cut down on
sugar. We all know ourselves that sugar damages our health, but it’s so
difficult to say no to this sweet delight. Thankfully, there are 10 natural
sweeteners that’ll help you forget all about sugar.
1. Coconut
Sugar Despite the fact that it contains 375 calories per 100g, coconut sugar
has a low glycemic index and it is loaded with minerals, phytonutrients, and
vitamins. Furthermore, it tastes absolutely delicious – much better than normal
sugar. Where to use: Anywhere instead of normal sugar.
2. Barley
Malt This is an excellent substitute for sugar as it reinforces your immune
system, boosts your metabolism, and improves eyesight. Where to use: This
should be used when baking as it gives the dough a special flavor and a crispy
crust.
3. Molasses This is rich in B
vitamins and minerals, and tastes so much like normal sugar that you might not
even be able to tell the difference. Where to use: This is best used in baked
foods and desserts.
4. Agave Syrup Although it contains 310
calories per 100g, the fact it is much sweeter than sugar means it can be used
in smaller quantities. It’s a much healthier option as it is full of iron,
calcium, and potassium. Where to use: Any beverages and cocktails. Agave syrup
is not as thick as honey and dissolves easily in water.
5. Dates These are a wholesome and
nutritious fruit, that are often recommended as healthy snacks. It also turns
out that they’re a good substitute for sugar. Where to use: Sure, you can drop
them straight into a cup of tea or coffee, but they can also easily take the
place of biscuits. Or you can buy date syrup, and add it to anything you like.
6. Mulberry
Syrup In the East, the mulberry is known as “The Queen of
Berries" due to its healing properties. Mulberry syrup contains all
these properties, plus it gives a lovely taste to food. Where to use: Beverages
and desserts.
7. Sorghum Sugar Made from the sap of
sweet sorghum, this sugar has been used in China for centuries, and it is
renowned for all the health benefits it brings. Furthermore, it also contains
about half as many calories as sugar. Where to use: Beverages, desserts, and
dough
8.
Maple Syrup This tasty syrup decreases the risk of cancer and diabetes. It’s also
low in calories and is extremely tasty. Where to use: Salad dressings, dough,
marinades.
9.
Liquid
Grape Sugar Grape sugar is increasing in popularity, threatening to oust common
sugar. It’s even believed to have the ability to prolong life. If that isn't
enough, it’s also low in calories. Where to use: Beverages, desserts, dough,
marinades.
10. Stevia This is top of the class
among low-calorie sugar substitutes. Therefore, it’s highly popular among those
who are trying to manage their weight. Not only does it have a mere 18 calories
per 100 grams, but it’s also 25 times sweeter than sugar, so you only need a
tiny amount of it. Where to use: Anywhere instead of normal sugar
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