May 14, 2024, 09:05 PM IST

Healthy substitutes of sugar for people with diabetes

Jaisal Kaur

Stevia: Stevia is a natural sweetener that is derived from leaves of the South American shrub.

Sugar alcohols: They are a carbohydrate naturally there in fruits and vegetables.

Monk fruit sweetener: Despite being sweeter than sugar, it contains zero calories. 

Allulose: Also called D-allulose, it is a kind of sugar that is there in some fruits. 

Dates: These fruits are best substitute to refined sugar and provide several health benefits.

Applesauce: Using applesauce or purées of other fruits is the ideal way to reduce your refined sugar intake. 

Honey: It has vitamins and minerals, and boasts of anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits.

Disclaimer: This content including advice gives generic information only and is in no way a substitute for qualified medical opinion.

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