let's talk sweeteners

It seems like everyday one of my personal training clients, or someone in the fitness studio asks me about sugar and the alternatives.
Well, I figured I would write about a couple of my favorite sugar substitutes.

We all know how bad sugar is for us, but sometimes that sweet tooth is too much to deny.

Now I am not...repeat...not a dietitian so do your own research, or ask a someone who is a dietitian or doctor before using any of these items. they are just what I use, and are just suggestions.

My favorite sugar substitutes are:

1. Agave nectar: A liquid sweetener that comes from the Agave plant. It tastes similar to honey. It has a very long shelf life, and most importantly it is low on the glycemic index of 32. I usually use it with my oatmeal, and to make peanut butter sandwiches with...yummm...I use the Madhava brand. www.madhavahoney.com for more info.
   
2. Xylitol plus by NOW foods: This is a blend of xylitol and stevia extract (leaf). Xylitol is a sugar substitute that comes from fruit, such as strawberries or pears or the birchwood tree. It tastes like sugar, but has 1/3 fewer calories, it is a great alternative for diabetics and it may inhibit cavities. Stevia comes from a plant and is 10-15 x sweeter than sugar with a glycemic of ZERO. I use xylitol plus to sweeten my coffee or tea. www.stevia.com or nowfoods.com.

There you have it. 2 of my favorite sweeteners...natural sweeteners..
Don't get me started on the artifical stuff.

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