Nutritional Sweetners
By celticeagle
@celticeagle (168759)
Boise, Idaho
December 28, 2024 4:14pm CST
Sort of a oxy moron, huh?
There are some sweetners that are healthier than others. Now I know that Stevia is very popular but in my reading I find that it can have some awful side effects. It can cause bloating, vomiting, and cramping. It can disrupt hormones and can impact the liver. For those that are sensitive to ragweed and such plants they may also be sensitive to this sweetner. But, the FDA says that if you only use Stevia in moderation they feel it is safe. I think that is dumb and I wouldn't personally use it.
Now there are some healthy choices and here is my list:
*honey. It can even protect against heart disease.
*Maple syrup. This one also contains minerals such as calcium, potassium, zinc and iron.it also contains antioxidants.
*Agave. Has the lowest glycemic index compared to other sweetners.
*Coconut sugar. High in vitamins and antioxidants.
What do you think? Which do you use. I am going to try the last one. I already use honey.
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@MarieCoyle (39031)
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28 Dec
I always clarify that I mean ''real'' maple syrup, as so many think of the pancake syrups that are processed. Also, please don't overlook molasses as a sweetner, it can truly be delicious. I love using dark brown sugar, as well--it has a distinct molasses flavor, but the sugary texture. I use the Agave as well at times.
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@celticeagle (168759)
• Boise, Idaho
29 Dec
Dark brown sugar is tasty. I haven't used maple syrup much. It is good too.
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@MarieCoyle (39031)
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30 Dec
@celticeagle
The less refined a sugar is, the better for you...well, you know. Sugar isn't good if you eat too much of it, no matter what, but white sugar is the most refined of all, and most of us all eat way too much of it.
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@celticeagle (168759)
• Boise, Idaho
29 Dec
Yes, I enjoy honey in tea or on pancakes. Very good.
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@RasmaSandra (81043)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
28 Dec
I use no sweeteners and even drink my iced tea with no sugar,
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@sallypup (61833)
• Centralia, Washington
29 Dec
@MarieCoyle I'm with you. I wish I could get molasses in a bigger jar. Twelve ounces is stupid.
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@MarieCoyle (39031)
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29 Dec
I love molasses. I feel like it’s an underrated and unappreciated flavor that is simply delicious.
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@celticeagle (168759)
• Boise, Idaho
29 Dec
I think that is on the list of bad ones.
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@BarBaraPrz (47769)
• St. Catharines, Ontario
29 Dec
I've tried stevia but didn't like it at all. I use honey in my tea when I'm at home or at Juanita's (I got her on to it) but use sugar when I'm out (unless they offer honey of course). I don't like the taste of any of the artificial sweeteners. Oddly enough though, I can't taste it in chewing gum. I wonder why that is...
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@celticeagle (168759)
• Boise, Idaho
29 Dec
I don't know. My first choice is always honey.
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@kaylachan (72265)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
29 Dec
I don't use Honey very often, but I find streight up sugar is worth it and I don't believe in artifical replacents. Honey is good because it's natural and pasturized.
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@celticeagle (168759)
• Boise, Idaho
29 Dec
Honey or real sugar are my first choices.
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@kaylachan (72265)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
29 Dec
@celticeagle Same. I get why they came up with fake stuff, but it's not worth it. You're better off with the real deal.
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@LindaOHio (182653)
• United States
29 Dec
I drink diet soda with aspartame; but in moderation. I wish they would come out with safer sweeteners; but companies don't want to pay the cost. Have a good day.
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@celticeagle (168759)
• Boise, Idaho
29 Dec
I don't use the processed ones. They contribute to cancer.
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@celticeagle (168759)
• Boise, Idaho
30 Dec
I do a lot of research on them first. I am going to stick to the ones I mentioned.
