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 >-
Sweet ’n Clean from New Roots contains xylitol, a naturally occurring, plant-sourced alternative to sugar. With a low glycemic index, Sweet 'n Clean does not have an unpleasant after-taste that many artificial sweeteners have making it ideal for a calorie-reduced alternative for all recipes. [POWDER]
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Stevia is a well-known alternative to sugar. It’s a flowering plant from the Asteraceae family and offers sweet leaves. Organic Connections harvests certified organic stevia, and while it’s also available in powder form, this stevia is cut and sifted to remove any sediment, so you’re left with a superior, high-quality natural sweetener. It has many uses and can be used to naturally sweeten your...
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Stevia is a flowering plant from the Asteraceae family and offers sweet leaves, which is why it’s a well-known alternative to sugar. Organic Connections harvests certified organic stevia, and while this is in powder form, they also offer it in a cut and sifted format. Stevia has many uses and can be used to naturally sweeten your baking, or add to coffee or teas, whatever you’d like to add a da...
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STEVIA POWDER GREEN LEAF (ORGANIC) FROM ORGANIC NATURALS Stevia is a natural sweetener indigenous to the Amazon. Organic Traditions Stevia Leaf Powder is ideal for anyone on a carbohydrate-cautious diet for although it is one of the sweetest substances in nature, Stevia Leaf Powder has one of the lowest glycemic scores with no effect on blood sugar. Start with a 1/4 teaspoon of Stevia Leaf Pow...
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ORGANIC TRADITIONS YACON GOLD NATURAL SWEETENER Organic Traditions Yacon Syrup is a low glycemic, prebiotic superfood sweetener with the most incredible taste! The tuber is comprised of FOS or fructooligosaccharides, indigestible carbohydrates that feed the beneficial bacteria with no significant impact on the blood glucose levels. [LIQUID]
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SPOONABLE STEVIA FROM PURE-LE NATURALS. A unique sugar alternative from Pure Le-Natural; Spoonable Stevia is equal to sugar in sweetness and tastes great. With one teaspoon being the equivalence in sweetness to one teaspoon of regular sugar, Spoonable Stevia is great for cooking, baking and more. This calorie free formula is not chemically manufactured or engineered; it contains only pure natu...
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STEVIA CONCENTRATE FROM PURE-LE NATURAL. Pure-Le Natural Stevia concentrate offers 100% pure Stevia Leaf Extract. This super concentrated formula is needed in only small amounts; 1/2 teaspoon is approximately equivalent in sweetness to 1 cup of sugar. Pure-le Natural Stevia concentrate can be used as a substitute for sugar in any recipe, drink mix and more. It is safe for diabetics and hypogl...
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The main nutrient which makes Yacon so valuable is FOS. This complex sugar, similar to Inulin, is causing the health benefits of Yacon. Uhtco designed their Peruvian Harvest Yacon Syrup liquid to be taken as a natural sweeter in place of sugar, honey or agave. With a low glycemic index Peruvian Harvest Yacon Syrup is ideal for those on carb-conscious diets and individuals with diabetes or predi...
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AN EFFECTIVE, NATURAL REMEDY!Sprout Master's Bee Natural Honey is wild crafted, unpasteurized, unheated and unfiltered. Honey has been revered and consumed for thousands of years. Ancient cultures used honey for consumption as a food, a natural sweetener in drinks and food, as well as a salve for skin blemishes. Sprout Master has kept their Bee Natural Honey as "raw" as possible in order to pre...
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CANADA'S FAVOURITE, GREAT SUBSTITUTE FOR REFINE SUGARS! Canadian Heritage Organics Maple Sugar is made from pure, organic Canadian maple syrup. The light maple flavour adds a little hint of something great to your baked goods, bread or toast etc. Maple butter is a great substitute for those looking to remove refined sugars from their diets. [SUGAR]
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CANADA'S FAVOURITE SYRUP! Maple Syrup was founded by the North American Indians, and used as a spring tonic. Maple Syrup is the boiled, condensed sap of maple trees. Of the six species of maple trees native to Quebec, only two supply suitable sap for syrup, the Sugar Maple (Canadian National Emblem) and the Red Maple. Maple Sugar is a brown, crystalline sugar obtained from Maple Syrup. Approxi...
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With zero calories, no carbs and no artificial preservatives, Crave Stevia Liquid Drops are the ideal natural sweetener. Enjoy these Bubble Gum flavoured Crave Liquid Stevia Drops in water, yogurt or any other food or beverage you see fit! CraveStevia is a delicious, clean and sweet taste that you and your family will love! Liquid stevia is produced from the sweet leaf plant and extracted, the...
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Crave Stevia Red Velvet Liquid Drops deliver the rich, indulgent flavour of red velvet without the calories, carbs, or artificial preservatives. Perfect for adding a sweet, decadent touch to recipes like cookies, cakes, or even your morning coffee, this natural sweetener is 300 times sweeter than sugar. Use sparingly for a guilt-free sugar substitute that enhances taste without compromising nut...
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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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Enjoy the clean, natural, calorie-free sweetness of Crave Stevia with ease. Perfect for coffee, tea, fruit, or cereal, the Crave Stevia Shaker Jar lets you sprinkle just the right amount every time. Your whole family will love the delicious taste, making it the ideal guilt-free sweetener for any occasion. Shake up your favorite dishes and beverages with Crave Stevia, the natural choice for swee...
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Crave Stevia no-added sugar Chocolate Chips are the perfect healthy baking ingredient. Ideal for cookies, cakes, breads, or even cold treats like sundaes and ice cream, these premium semi-sweet chips offer great taste without sugar or artificial sweeteners. Gluten-free, high in fiber, and free from preservatives, they’re the guilt-free way to indulge in your favorite baked goods! [CHIPS]
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Crave Sweetness Flavour Shakers deliver all the sweetness you love, with no strange aftertaste. Infused with monk fruit powder and natural flavours like Mango Dragon Fruit, they bring a vibrant and exotic twist to your favorite foods and drinks. Sprinkle Crave Sweetness Mango Dragon Fruit Flavour Shaker on smoothies, yogurt, or even baked goods for a delightful and guilt-free treat. With Crave ...
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Crave Sweetness Flavour Shakers provide all the sweetness you desire, without any unpleasant aftertaste. Infused with natural pineapple flavour and monk fruit powder, these shakers elevate your dishes with a tropical burst of joy. Perfect for adding a vibrant twist to your favourite foods and drinks, Crave Stevia makes healthy eating both delicious and exciting! [POWDER]
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Monkfruit, also known as lo han guo or Swingle fruit (Siraitia grosvenorii), is a small, round fruit native to southern China. Traditionally used in Eastern medicine as a remedy for colds and digestive issues, it’s now widely recognized as a natural, low-carb sweetener. Monkfruit juice is up to 200 times sweeter than cane sugar, so only a tiny amount is needed. To make it easier to use, Ecoidea...
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Ecoideas Organic Classic Monkfruit with Erythritol can be substituted for traditional classic, golden or powdered sugar in your favourite recipes. Erythritol is a great way to avoid sugar and all of the calories it comes with. As a pure and natural occurring sugar, Erythritol is about 70% as sweet as sugar and has 95% fewer calories. With a low glycemic impact, Erythritol has a clean, sweet tas...
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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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