White sugar (granulated sugar, table sugar, among other names) is likely the most common sugar in most people’s pantries, but it’s not your only option by far! What are some good natural substitutes for regular sugar? Some no- or low-calorie natural substitutes for sugar include stevia, monk fruit sweetener, xylitol, and tagatose. Some good natural sugar substitutes that contain real sugar include honey, maple syrup, and [...]
What’s a Good Zero-Calorie Substitute for Sugar?
If you’re wanting to cut back on your sugar and/or caloric intake while still enjoying the taste of sweet-tasting foods and drinks, you might look to zero-calorie sugar substitutes. What are zero-calorie sugar substitutes, and how can you use them? Some examples of good zero-calorie substitutes for sugar include sucralose, aspartame, steviol glycosides (Stevia), saccharin, and acesulfame-K. If these all sound Greek [...]
Do Fruits Count as “No Sugar Added?”
We all know that eating too much sugar isn’t good for our health. But what about sugar that is considered natural, such as the kind in fruit? Whole fruits that haven’t been sweetened aren’t considered added sugar, which means they can be considered “no sugar added”. Fruits that have added sugar to them aren’t considered “no sugar added”, since the sugar added isn’t the kind that occurs naturally in fruit - such as the [...]
Is High-Fructose Corn Syrup Worse for You Than Sugar?
It’s a debate that’s been going on for a couple of decades now - is high-fructose corn syrup worse for you than good old-fashioned white table sugar? High-fructose corn syrup isn’t necessarily worse for you than sugar. Both high-fructose corn syrup and regular sugar should be consumed in moderation due to their potentially detrimental effects on your health if consumed regularly in high amounts. We’ll explain how we came [...]
The Best Way to Store Coconut Oil
Whether you use coconut oil often or every once in a while, it’s a good idea to learn how to properly store it so it stays fresh and maintains its nutritional value. Coconut oil should be stored in a dark, dry place for long-term storage. You can also store coconut oil in a refrigerator or freezer, but those methods aren’t likely to extend the shelf life much beyond its typical two years. (After all, buying a new jar of [...]
When Does Gluten-Free Flour Blend (All Purpose) Go Bad?
Gluten-free flour blends are a convenient way to swap out regular all-purpose flour in recipes. The blend of flours in all-purpose gluten-free blends will vary, but in general, they have similar shelf lives. All-purpose gluten-free flour blends generally last around 3-6 months at room temperature, around 6 months in the fridge, or up to a year in the freezer. When in doubt, check the use-by/best-by date printed on the [...]
