Natural Sweeteners
What Are Natural Sweeteners?
More and more health-conscious consumers today are putting in the work to curb their sugar intake, either by making wiser food choices or by swapping out sugar for natural and alternative sweeteners. Indeed, alternative sweeteners are a wonderful way to cut down on your sugar consumption while still satisfying your sweet tooth. What’s great about many natural alternative sweeteners is that while the molecules themselves are similar to sugar, providing a sweet flavour, they differ enough that the body can't recognize them and break them down; therefore, they provide no calories. Some popular alternative sweeteners include agave syrup, coconut palm sugar, honey, maple syrup, monk fruit sweetener, stevia, and much more! Read more >-
Sweeten your foods and beverages guilt-free with Crave Stevia Orange Liquid Drops. These organic, calorie-free, gluten-free, and all-natural drops deliver the vibrant taste of sweet, juicy oranges in every drop. Perfect for baking, salad dressings, or any recipe needing a hint of natural orange flavour, Crave Stevia is a delicious and clean-tasting alternative your whole family will love. Set y...
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Add a burst of peachy sweetness to your favourite recipes and drinks with Crave Stevia Peach Liquid Drops. These stevia-based drops are sugar-free, carb-free, and packed with flavour, making them a perfect choice for health-conscious individuals. Enhance cookies, cakes, coffee, or any creation with a guilt-free touch of sweetness. Enjoy the delicious taste of peaches without sacrificing your he...
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Enjoy the rich, creamy flavour of peanut butter without the fat, sugar, or peanuts with Crave Stevia Peanut Butter Liquid Drops. Just two drops transform cookies, brownies, and cakes into phenomenal treats. Safe for diabetics, this non-caloric sweetener has no impact on blood sugar levels and is low on the glycemic index. Crave Stevia liquid drops are organic, calorie-free, gluten-free, and all...
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Crave Stevia Pina Colada Liquid Drops deliver the tropical flavours of pineapple and coconut without the calories, carbs, or artificial preservatives. Perfect for recipes, from cookies to cakes, or adding a splash of fun to your coffee, these drops are an ideal sugar substitute for baking and beverages. Being 300 times sweeter than sugar, a little goes a long way to enhance taste while maintain...
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Crave Stevia Pomegranate Liquid Drops capture the sweet and tangy essence of pomegranate in every drop. Perfect for adding a cherry-like kick to your recipes and beverages without the extra sugar, these drops are 300 times sweeter than sugar - ensuring a little goes a long way. Enjoy a burst of flavour while staying on track with your nutrition goals. Set yourself free from sugar with Crave Ste...
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Savor the cozy taste of fall with Crave Stevia Pumpkin Spice Liquid Drops. Featuring a perfect blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, just two drops bring the rich flavour of pumpkin pie to your coffee, smoothies, or shakes—without any sugar. Enjoy the seasonal indulgence guilt-free with this natural, calorie-free sweetener. [LIQUID]
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Crave Stevia Root Beer Drops capture the nostalgic taste of frosted mugs of root beer in every drop. Experience the rich, historic blend of molasses, sassafras root, vanilla, anise, and licorice root without the sugar. Perfect for crafting guilt-free beverages and desserts, Crave Stevia Root Beer Drops deliver indulgent flavour with none of the calories or carbs. Enjoy the sweetness you love wh...
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Crave Stevia Root Beer Drops capture the nostalgic taste of frosted mugs of root beer in every drop. Experience the rich, historic blend of molasses, sassafras root, vanilla, anise, and licorice root without the sugar. Perfect for crafting guilt-free beverages and desserts, Crave Stevia Root Beer Drops deliver indulgent flavour with none of the calories or carbs. Enjoy the sweetness you love wh...
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Crave Stevia Strawberry Liquid Drops bring the taste of freshly sliced sweet strawberries to your favourite recipes and beverages. With a natural strawberry flavour and a touch of sweetness in every drop, it’s perfect for enhancing desserts, smoothies, and more. Enjoy the authentic taste of strawberries guilt-free, thanks to zero calories and no sugar. Crave Stevia is your healthy alternative f...
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Crave Stevia Sweet Apple Liquid Drops capture the delicious sweetness of apples without the sugar. Made with liquid stevia, these drops are perfect for adding a burst of fruity flavour to your beverages, snacks, and desserts. With zero calories and all-natural ingredients, it’s a healthy alternative for satisfying your sweet cravings. (Warning: may lead to irresistible apple indulgence!) [LIQUID]
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Elevate your favourite foods and beverages with Crave Stevia Sweet Cream Liquid Drops. Offering rich, creamy flavour without the calories, these drops are organic, gluten-free, and all-natural. Perfect for those managing sugar intake, Crave Stevia is a non-caloric sweetener with no impact on blood sugar levels, making it diabetic-friendly and low on the glycemic index. Enjoy a clean, sweet tast...
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Delight your taste buds with the nostalgic flavor of caramelized sugar and molasses in Crave Stevia Toffee Liquid Drops. Perfect for garnishing dessert coffee, enriching creamy puddings, or crafting decadent cocktails, these drops add indulgent sweetness without the calories. Set yourself free from sugar while enjoying the rich, old-time toffee taste you love with this healthy, all-natural alte...
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Elevate your culinary creations with Crave Stevia Vanilla Liquid Drops, infused with the rich aroma of fresh Madagascar vanilla beans. Just two drops can transform any dish or beverage into a decadent treat reminiscent of a French pastry shop. Enjoy the exquisite flavour guilt-free, with zero calories and all-natural sweetness. Perfect for coffee, desserts, and more. [LIQUID]
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Elevate your culinary creations with Crave Stevia Vanilla Liquid Drops, infused with the rich aroma of fresh Madagascar vanilla beans. Just two drops can transform any dish or beverage into a decadent treat reminiscent of a French pastry shop. Enjoy the exquisite flavour guilt-free, with zero calories and all-natural sweetness. Perfect for coffee, desserts, and more. [LIQUID]
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Crave Stevia Watermelon Drops add a burst of juicy, refreshing watermelon flavour to water, coffee, yogurt, or any dish you love. As a non-caloric sweetener 300 times sweeter than sugar, it’s the perfect guilt-free choice for sweetening without the calories. Safe for diabetics and low on the glycemic index, Crave Stevia offers organic, gluten-free, and all-natural sweetness. Set yourself free f...
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Experience Beyond Raw from Dutchman’s Gold, a truly natural honey bottled straight from the beehive. Handcrafted in small batches with no filtration or processing, this creamy, unpasteurized honey retains all the natural compounds found in the hive. Unlike regular honey, Beyond Raw delivers a full, rich flavor and the authentic texture of honey exactly as nature intended. Perfect for spreading,...
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Bring a taste of summer to your table with Dutchman's Gold Summer Blossom Creamed Honey. Made from 100% Canadian honey, this unpasteurized, creamy spread captures the delicate flavours and floral aromas of basswood, clover, alfalfa, and canola blossoms. Its rich, smooth texture makes it perfect for spreading on toast, bread, or enjoying straight from the spoon. This honey combines irresistible ...
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Experience the bold, rich taste of Dutchman’s Gold Buckwheat Honey, made from the rare buckwheat blossom. This unpasteurized honey offers a robust flavor perfect for spreading on toast, sweetening tea, adding to smoothies, or enhancing your favorite baked goods. Beyond its delicious taste, buckwheat honey is traditionally valued for soothing occasional coughs and supporting overall wellness. Wi...
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Experience the bold, rich taste of Dutchman’s Gold Buckwheat Honey, made from the rare buckwheat blossom. This unpasteurized honey offers a robust flavor perfect for spreading on toast, sweetening tea, adding to smoothies, or enhancing your favorite baked goods. Beyond its delicious taste, buckwheat honey is traditionally valued for soothing occasional coughs and supporting overall wellness. Wi...
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Sweeteners - Alternatives To Sugar
More and more health-conscious consumers today are putting in the work to curb their sugar intake, either by making wiser food choices or by swapping out sugar for alternative sweeteners. Indeed, natural and alternative sweeteners are a wonderful way to cut down on your sugar consumption while still satisfying your sweet tooth. What’s great about many natural alternative sweeteners is that while the molecules themselves are similar to sugar, providing a sweet flavour, they differ enough that the body can't recognize them and break them down; therefore, they provide no calories.
As mentioned, the body cannot metabolize alternative sweeteners like it does sugar, so they do not have an incidence on glycemia (they have a low-glycemic index). This is good news for those with blood sugar metabolism issues such as diabetes and pre-diabetes, metabolic syndrome, central obesity, weight management and sugar cravings to both help maintain satiety and to beat sugar addictions.
Benefits Of Alternative Sweeteners
- Aids Weight Loss
- Helps Manage Diabetes
- Helps Prevent Cavities
- Reduces Risk of Obesity
- Stabilizes Glycemia
Most Popular Natural Alternative Sweeteners
Some of the most well-known alternative sweeteners include:
Agave Syrup: A Healthy Replacement For Sugar
Agave is native to the Southern United States and Mexico, agave syrup comes from the agave plant and is a natural, low-glycemic sweetener that is 25% sweeter than sugar, dissolves quickly and will not cause a sugar spikes.
Erythritol As An Alternative Sweetener
Erythritol is found naturally in fruits, mushrooms and a range of fermented foods. Erythritol has the least calories of any sugar alcohol and the body cannot metabolize it, which makes it a great option for those who need to monitor their glycemia closely.
Monk Fruit As An Alternative Sweetener
Monk Fruit is a natural sweetener made from crushed monk fruit that’s been used for over a thousand years as a sweetener in China. It contains no calories and is said to be about 250 times sweeter than sugar. It is often blended with other alternative sweeteners, most notably, erythritol.
Stevia Extract As An Alternative Sweetener
Stevia Extract is a sweetener that is extracted from the leaves of the Stevia plant, which is native to South America. Stevia is said to be 200 to 300 sweeter than sugar, does not contain calories and is often blended with another non-nutritive sweetener to reduce bitterness.
Xylitol: An Alternative to Sugar
Xylitol is widely used in no-sugar chewing gum, candy and toothpaste because it prevents tooth decay and does not cause a sugar spike, making it ideal for those with blood sugar metabolism issues. Xylitol is extracted from birch wood, looks and tastes like sugar and is low in calories, however, it’s important to note that it’s toxic to dogs, so make sure to keep it out of your dogs reach.
Where To Buy The Best Natural Sweeteners
You can buy all of these alternative sweeteners both in store and online at National Nutrition.ca
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