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Sugar-Free Ways to Satisfy Your Sweet ToothRecipes that don’t need any baking or rising adapt most easily to sugar substitutes
More and more people are side-stepping sugary treats to avoid unwanted calories, to take better care of their teeth and blood sugar, and to avoid burdening their immune system, among other reasons. So what to do when the urge for a sweet treat strikes? From a sugar substitute to a whole piece of fruit, consider these options. Keep in mind that the long-term effects of many manufactured sweeteners have not been well studied and some have known downsides, and evaluate the relative pros and cons against your personal health needs and goals. Try something sweet in your cupLooking for something sugary to stir into your coffee or tea or sprinkle onto your morning cereal?
Tricks for tasty un-sugary treatsNot every sugar substitute can handle the heat of the kitchen, in part because recipes that call for sugar rely not just on the sweet quality of sugar, but also to add volume, moisture, tenderness, and provide browning. Recipes that don’t need any baking or rising adapt most easily to sugar substitutes.
Go naturalWhether your sweetener of choice has known health risks or is still establishing its safety record, it’s always wise to take advantage of the many natural options out there to avoid depending on any manufactured substitutes to satisfy your sweetness needs. All substitutes have potential deterrents, such as taste and (stevia aside) potential physical side effects. So weigh those against your reasons for skipping the sugar, and remember to reach for in-season fruit and other treats to get that sweet satisfaction. Victoria Dolby Toews, MPH, indulges in her sweet tooth guilt-free with the help of stevia. Copyright © 2024 TraceGains, Inc. All rights reserved. |