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1. Choose a Natural and HealthySugar Alternative John Arthur

2. It’s almost impossible to live without sugar. That’s probably why so many people can’t stay away from iteven if research studies and experts have proven that too much sugar can be harmful to the body. Inparticular there is the worldwide concern of sugar diabetes which affects millions of people everywhere,and some aren’t even aware of it. As many of us know too well, sugar diabetes is a serious illness. It canlead to other health complications including: heart disease, kidney disease, eye problems, nervedamage, skin conditions and depression just to name a few. Although there is no actual cure for sugardiabetes, its progression can be slowed down with proper diet, including sugar substitutes and exercise.One of the ways to steer clear of unhealthy sugar but still enjoy its sweetness is by using natural, healthysugar alternatives. Stevia and Xylitol: The Healthiest Sugar Alternatives There have been several artificial sweeteners and sugar replacements out in the market, but not all ofthem are natural and healthy. Though some sugar alternatives slightly affect blood sugar levels, at leastthey offer some nutritional benefits because they are less processed than refined sugar. Below is a listof some options that can serve as sugar alternatives. Stevia - is an extract from the extremely sweet leaves of an herb, the stevia plant - has no calories but is 200-300 times sweeter than table sugar - has zero glycaemic index (GI) so no impact on blood sugar levels, therefore doesn’t cause health problems associated with sugar Xylitol - has low GI (7) - promotes bone health and prevents tooth decay and plaque build-up - can be used for baking and sweetening - doesn't cause blood sugar imbalances or yeast overgrowth Agave syrup - produced from the nectar of the blue agave plant - is sweeter than cane sugar - has low GI (15-30) - tastes like honey or vanilla - can be used in cooking and beverages Maple syrup - produced from the sap of maple trees - contains amino acids, proteins, calcium, potassium, and other antioxidants - has a high GI (54) but more nutritious than refined sugar - has strong and rich flavours - can be used like honey

3. Raw honey - made by bees from the nectar of plants - has antioxidants, minerals, vitamins, amino acids, and phytonutrients - has low GI (30) but it is high-caloric and high-carbohydrate - can be used like Agave nectar Rice syrup - made from cooked and fermented rice - can be used in a range of dishes - has a strong flavour so it does not always taste well with baked goods - Palm sugar - made from the sugary sap of the Palmyra palm, sugar date palm and coconut palm - has a low GI (35) and is rich in nutrients - looks, tastes, dissolves and melts like brown sugar but more natural and unrefined Date sugar - made by grinding dates - is a whole food and high in fibre, vitamins and minerals - can be used for baking like ordinary sugar Malt syrup - made from barley - has a low GI (42) - is widely used in the natural food industry No need to suffer a life without sugar’s wonderfully sweet taste. Xlear Australia offers the bestNaturally Sweet product choices by using the natural goodness and sweetness of the most natural andhealthiest sugar alternatives, Stevia and Xylitol. Now, you can continue savouring the taste of sugarwithout the guilt.