sugar substitutes that will satisfy your sweet tooth

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SUGAR SUBSTITUTES THAT WILL SATISFY YOUR SWE ET TOOTH

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  1. 1. SUGAR SUBSTITUTES THAT WILL SATISFYYOUR SWEET TOOTH
  2. 2. Are you one of the many people who crave sugary sweets on a daily basis?These cravings are especially high after you finish your meal.The bodies response to this sugar craving would be to reach out into your refrigerator and grab the tastiest looking chocolate bar or pastry slice. Its fine to indulge in these tasty treats once in a while. However, consuming them every day in large quantities will lead to weight problems as they are loaded with calories. Plus, eating extremely sugary substances erodes the enamel in teeth leading to dental problems.Therefore, if you want to avoid an emergency visit to the dental clinic, we would recommend the consumption following sugar substitutes instead.
  3. 3. 1.Coconut Sugar: The first sugar substitute which is slowly gaining popularity is Coconut Sugar. It is a natural sugar alternative which is extracted from coconut sap and is packed with nutrients.This sugar can easily be used as an alternative for making baked goods like cupcakes and brownies. 2.Honey:Honey has been used as a sugar substitute for years. Honey goes well with all the products which you usually mix with sugar such as milk, lemon juice, tea etc. And nowadays, there are many bakers who prepare their pastries and cakes only using honey.There are also plenty of health benefits that can be derived from having a teaspoon of honey every day. 3.Fruit juice: Having fruit juices is another healthy alternative to sugar, which will instantly satisfy your sugar cravings.You do not even need to spend time juicing your own fruits, as there are many companies which offer ready-made juices that contain 100% natural fruit and no added sugar. (How easy is that!) 4.Cinnamon:Cinnamon is one more food item which has many healthy properties and are naturally sweet to taste.They can be crushes into powder easily and added to any food dish to give more taste and enhance the flavor. Cinnamon is also one of those powerful antioxidants and loaded with nutrients like manganese and iron.
  4. 4. 5.Carrots:Carrots have a natural sweet taste and is another healthy snack to have in between meals. Along with being a rich source of vitaminA, carrots have numerous health benefits, such as, they help to maintain your eyesight, promote healthy skin and even cleanse the body of toxins.They even save you a trip to the dentist, as they keep your teeth clean and strong. 6.Raisins:You can also eat a cup of raisins or any other dried fruits whenever you start getting those sweet cravings.These dried fruit items can be had as a healthy snacking alternative or added to your bowl of oats to make it more filling.
  5. 5. ThankYou