Natural Sugar Substitutes

What is PureVia Sugar Substitute?

February 24, 2012 | No Comments

PureVia sugar substitute is a pure extract of the naturally sweet Stevia plant.  It’s called Reb A and is the sweetest part of the Stevia plant.  PureVia is made by milling the leaves from the Stevia plant and then steeping them in water in a process similar to brewing tea.  The extract that is a [...]

Natural Sugar Substitutes to Consider

February 5, 2012 | No Comments

When searching for the best sugar substitute you should know there are artificial sweeteners and those derived from natural sources. Many people these days prefer the natural sugar substitutes because some of the artificial ones have disadvantages. For example, aspartame was all the rage until it was found to cause cancer in laboratory rats. Once [...]

Sugar Substitute FAQs

What are the Most Common Sugar Substitutes?

February 20, 2012 | No Comments

When choosing the best sugar substitutes an objective comparison of the different ones available is a must. There are many kinds of sugar substitute products on the market, and without researching them it can be hard to know what is best for you. While your doctor or dietitian can help you with this matter independent [...]

Sugar Substitute Side Effects

What are the side effects of Aspartame?

January 21, 2012 | No Comments

Did you know that there are around 95 different negative side effects for aspartame? Maybe you don’t even know what is aspartame is? Sadly, Aspartame is an artificial sweetener that is commonly used in many candies, sugar alternatives, sodas and other drinks. Aspartame is highly dissolvable and therefore can deposit itself into any kind of [...]

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What Are Other Names for Sugar?

February 18, 2012 | No Comments

Agave syrup or nectar contains 84% fructose, 8% glucose, 8% sucrose aand is made from the Mexican Agave cactus Apple juice concentrate contains 60% fructose, 27% glucose, 13% sucrose and is made by cooking down apple sauce. Brown sugar is contains 97% sucrose, 1% fructose, 1% glucose is made from granulated white sugar with a [...]

Advantages of Different Sugar Substitutes

February 10, 2012 | No Comments

There are both advantages and disadvantages when it comes to selecting a sugar substitute. You should know that the best sugar substitute for you depends on your health, any medical problems you may have such as diabetes, your taste preferences and the advice of your doctor. There are certainly plenty to choose from. In this [...]

Why Use Sugar Substitutes?

February 5, 2012 | No Comments

There are a variety of reasons why you should consider using a sugar substitute. However, there are so many different ones it can be difficult to discern which is the best sugar substitute. This is a matter of evaluating your personal health needs, preferences and the products you are considering. The first step is to [...]