Ep. 82: My Favorite Natural Sweeteners

You’ve probably heard that sugar isn’t great for your body – that it can cause a host of different problems, from inflammation, to hormone issues, to weight gain, and beyond.

So if you’re supposed to be avoiding sugar in order to be healthy…what should you be using instead?

This episode is the answer to that question, and I’m sharing a quick list of my favorite natural sweeteners, breaking down why I like them and how I use each one, and what to look for when choosing a natural sweetener for yourself!

What You’ll Hear:

• What exactly a natural sweetener is
• The difference between “refined” and “unrefined” sweeteners
• What exactly my personal favorite natural sweeteners are
• How to find and choose good quality natural sweeteners
• Which brands I do (and don’t!)recommend

Related Links & Resources:

• Ep. 10: The Dangers of Sugar, How to Cut Out Refined Sugar & Replace it with Unrefined Sweeteners
• Ep. 18: Don’t Ditch Desserts in Your Healthy Life
• FREE Mini Paleo Dessert Recipe eBook
• Full Just Enjoy Dessert Paleo Recipe eBook (Use Code: DESSERT5 for $5 off!!)

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