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 >-
STEVIA POWDER EXTRACT FROM NOW FOODS A NON-SUGAR SWEETENER. Widely used throughout Japan, China, Korea and Thailand, Stevia Rebaudiana is perennial herb used primarily for its natural sweetness. Now Stevia Powder is a 100% pure concentrated extract of Stevia rebaudiana Leaf with a minimum 80% Glucosylsteviosides. With no know toxicity or effect of blood sugar levels, Stevia is an excellent cal...
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LIQUID STEVIA EXTRACT NATURAL CALORIE-FREE SWEETENER. Derived from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana, this liquid extract is up to 300 times sweeter than sugar. Now Stevia extract adds a wonderful sweetness to just about anything, without a bitter aftertaste. Containing Stevia rebaudiana Leaf extract and water, this natural non-sugar sweetener is alcohol-free, calorie free and does not appea...
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LIQUID STEVIA EXTRACT NATURAL CALORIE-FREE SWEETENER. Derived from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana, this liquid extract is up to 300 times sweeter than sugar. Now Stevia extract adds a wonderful sweetness to just about anything, without a bitter aftertaste. Containing Stevia rebaudiana Leaf extract and water, this natural non-sugar sweetener is alcohol-free, calorie free and does not appe...
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QUICK DISSOLVING STEVIA TABLETS NOW BetterStevia is a zero-calorie, low glycemic, natural sweetener that makes a perfectly healthy substitute for table sugar and artificial sweeteners. Unlike chemical sweeteners, NOW BetterStevia contains pure Stevia extract. NOW takes special measures to preserve the stevia's natural qualities in this unique, pure, better-tasting format. NOW BetterStevia Inst...
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Now's Erythritol is a great way to avoid sugar and all of the calories it comes with. A pure and natural occurring sugar, Erythritol is derived from non-GMO corn and is about 70% as sweet as sugar and has 95% fewer calories. With a low glycemic impact, Erythritol has a clean, sweet taste and is an ideal substitute for sugar. [GRANULES]
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NOW® Real Food brings you Erythritol, a pleasant-tasting natural sweetener that is great for reduced-calorie and sugar-free recipes. Erythritol is a wonderfully sweet way to avoid sugar and all of its unwanted calories. NOW® Erythritol is a naturally occurring sugar alcohol derived from non-GMO corn and is about 70% as sweet as sugar without any calories. When you substitute erythritol for suga...
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100% Pure and Organic Erythritol from NOW® Real Food delivers you a pleasant-tasting natural sweetener. Erythritol is a wonderfully sweet way to avoid sugar and all of its unwanted calories. Our Organic Erythritol is a naturally occurring sugar alcohol derived from non-GMO corn and is about 70% as sweet as sugar without any calories. When you substitute erythritol for sugar, you get a refreshin...
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LIQUID STEVIA EXTRACT NATURAL CALORIE-FREE SWEETENER. Derived from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana, this liquid extract is up to 300 times sweeter than sugar. Now Stevia extracy is available in a delicious dark chocolate flavour that quickly and easily adds a wonderful sweetness to just about anything, without a bitter aftertaste. Containing Stevia rebaudiana Leaf extract, a small amount o...
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LIQUID STEVIA EXTRACT (CERTIFIED ORGANIC) NATURAL CALORIE-FREE SWEETENER. Derived from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana, this liquid extract is up to 300 times sweeter than sugar. Now Stevia Glycerite is available in a convenient liquid that quickly and easily adds a delicious sweetness to just about anything, without a bitter aftertaste. Containing Stevia rebaudiana Leaf extract, vegetable...
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LIQUID STEVIA EXTRACT NATURAL CALORIE-FREE SWEETENER. Derived from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana, this liquid extract is up to 300 times sweeter than sugar. Now Stevia Glycerite is available in a convenient liquid that quickly and easily adds a delicious sweetness to just about anything, without a bitter aftertaste. Containing Stevia rebaudiana Leaf extract, vegetable glycerine and wate...
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NOW® BetterStevia® is a calorie-free, gluten-free sweetener that’s 60-100X sweeter than ordinary sugar. Use our Coconut Stevia Liquid to add flavour to your life. Delicious NOW® BetterStevia® Coconut Liquid is an excellent addition to your favourite beverages and is especially suited for sweetening coffees and teas – just a few drops is all you need to add a burst of flavoured sweetness to any ...
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Delicious BetterStevia® English Toffee Liquid is an excellent addition to your favourite beverages and is especially suited for sweetening coffees and teas – just a few drops is all you need to add a burst of flavoured sweetness to any beverage, hot or cold! BetterStevia® English Toffee Liquid is in a convenient flip-top plastic bottle that makes it easy to dispense the perfect amount of Better...
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Enjoy the Canadian classic flavour of Maple in a this Liquid Stevia from NOW®. With a taste that is naturally 60-100 times sweeter than refined sugar, a tiny amount is all it takes to sweeten your favourite beverages, foods and desserts. NOW Foods takes special measures to preserve Stevia’s natural qualities in this unique, better-tasting Stevia. NOW® BetterStevia® is a zero-calorie, low glycem...
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LIQUID STEVIA EXTRACT NATURAL CALORIE-FREE SWEETENER. Derived from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana, this liquid extract is up to 300 times sweeter than sugar. Now Stevia extracy is available in a delicious dark chocolate flavour that quickly and easily adds a wonderful sweetness to just about anything, without a bitter aftertaste. Containing Stevia rebaudiana Leaf extract, a small amount o...
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LIQUID STEVIA EXTRACT NATURAL CALORIE-FREE SWEETENER. Derived from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana, this liquid extract is up to 300 times sweeter than sugar. Now Stevia extracy is available in a delicious hazelnut flavour that quickly and easily adds a wonderful sweetness to just about anything, without a bitter aftertaste. Containing Stevia rebaudiana Leaf extract, a small amount of alco...
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LIQUID STEVIA EXTRACT NATURAL CALORIE-FREE SWEETENER. Derived from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana, this liquid extract is up to 300 times sweeter than sugar. Now Stevia extracy is available in a delicious dark chocolate flavour that quickly and easily adds a wonderful sweetness to just about anything, without a bitter aftertaste. Containing Stevia rebaudiana Leaf extract, a small amount o...
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Who can resist the flavour of Peppermint Cookie, now you can enjoy it without the calories with NOW® Stevia Extract Liquid. NOW® BetterStevia® is a zero-calorie, low glycemic, natural sweetener that makes a perfectly healthy substitute for table sugar and artificial sweeteners. Unlike chemical sweeteners, NOW® BetterStevia® contains a certified organic stevia extract. NOW Foods takes special me...
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Organic BetterStevia® utilizes a whole leaf extract that retains the pure sweetness of real stevia, as opposed to other products that have only isolated fractions. Stevia Extract Powder from BetterStevia® is a zero-calorie, organic, non-GMO, plant-derived sweetener that makes a perfect substitute for table sugar and other alternative sweeteners. With a taste that is typically 60-100 times sweet...
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LIQUID STEVIA CALORIE-FREE SWEETENER. Derived from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana, this liquid extract is up to 300 times sweeter than sugar. Now Stevia Non-Bitter Certified Organic Extract is available in a convenient liquid that quickly and easily adds a delicious sweetness to just about anything, without a bitter aftertaste. Containing Stevia rebaudiana Leaf extract, vegetable glycerin...
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FRENCH VANILLA STEVIA EXTRACT FROM NOW FOODS SAFE & HEALTHY NATURAL SWEETENER. French Vanilla Stevia Extract from NOW is a zero-calorie, low glycemic, 100% natural sweetener that makes a perfectly healthy substitute for table sugar and artificial sweeteners. Unlike chemical sweeteners, NOW French Vanilla Stevia Extract contains pure Stevia extract; easily-utilized by the body and metabolized i...
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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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