Sugar Alternatives

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Many sugars and sweeteners that are advertised as healthy may come with a long list of side effects.

Facts based on the latest studies show that the following sweeteners are very harmful for your health:

Sweet ‘N Low = ❌ (Saccharin)

Equal = ❌ (Aspartame)

Splenda = ❌ (Sucralose)

Agave Nectar = ❌ (Fructose)

Sweet One = ❌ (Ace-K)

Natural sweeteners:

Monk Fruit = ✅ Best choice

Stevia or Truvia = ✅ 2nd best choice

Monk Fruit and Stevia have many pros such as:

* Zero calories

* Zero carbohydrates

* Zero sugar

* No harmful side effects

* Low-glycemic sweeteners (should have little or no effect on a person’s blood sugar levels making them safe for people with diabetes.

Monk Fruit and Stevia are much sweeter than table sugar, so you won’t need to use as much.

Tip: Stevia or Truvia & Monk Fruit are sold at Costco, Online & Health Stores.

When traveling don’t forget to bring your own packets since the majority of hotels and restaurants don’t carry the healthy ones.

Natural sugars such as honey, raw sugar, coconut sugar, 100% maple syrup, blackstrap molasses contain lots of calories and can be unhealthy if consumed in HIGH amounts.

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