dianeseattle
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If what you're eating ends in -ose, it's probably a form of sugar. I would say definitely, but I can't do a search that leads me there. I did a brief Internet search & also branched out to include artificial or natural sugar substitutes. Much of what you read here is just cut & pasted from noncommercial sites. As you would expect, the commercial manufacturers of these products will tell you they're a gift from God & you should use them constantly without fear. ALWAYS READ LABELS, ALWAYS SEEK OUT SCIENTIFIC INFORMATION!
Here are some common forms of sugar. Check out what Lactose is.
NATURAL OR ARTIFICIAL SUGAR SUBSTITUTES
I just about died the day a bus driver told me sucralose (SPLENDA) was made with BLEACH!
BRAND: TRUVIA stevia is composed of steviol glycosides (mainly stevioside and rebaudioside)
BRAND: EQUAL aspartame is methyl ester of the aspartic acid/phenylalanine dipeptide
BRAND: SPLENDA sucralose is made from sugar in a multi-step chemical process in which 3 hydrogen-oxygen groups are replaced with chlorine atoms (yes, bleach).
SPLENDA usually contains 95% dextrose (D-glucose) and maltodextrin (by volume) which the body readily metabolizes, combined with a small amount
of mostly indigestible sucralose. Sucralose is made by replacing three select hydrogen-oxygen groups on sucrose (table sugar) molecules with
three chlorine atoms.
BRAND: SWEET AND LOW is Sodium saccharin (benzoic sulfimide)
Here are 4 natural sweeteners that are truly healthy.
There are several popular sugary sweeteners that health-conscious people
often eat instead of sugar.
This includes coconut sugar, molasses, honey and maple syrup. These really
aren't much different from sugar.
They may contain slightly smaller amounts of fructose and some tiny amount
of nutrients, but your liver really won't be able to tell the difference.
However, the harmful effects of sugar depend completely on the context. Most
of the studies are done in people who are already eating a high-carb, Western
junk food diet.
For these people, especially those who are overweight and/or insulin resistant,
large amounts of sugar are harmful (20Trusted Source, 21Trusted Source).
Additionally, there are other groups of people who may want to avoid sugar-based
sweeteners completely. This includes food addicts, binge eaters and people who ar
on a very low-carb, ketogenic diet.
Healthy people can eat sugar in small amounts without any harm. While it’s still empty
calories and may cause cavities, it won't harm your metabolism, give you fatty liver or
end up destroying your health.
The skinny on honey:
Honey is composed of glucose, fructose and other sugars
While sugar is 100 per cent sucrose, honey is made up of around 75 per cent sugars, of which roughly
half is glucose and half is fructose (these proportions may vary depending on the source of the nectar).
Blue Agave nectar or syrup (not as good as you think):
It is known to have a low glycemic index. Naturally occuring fructose is not bad, however,
when fructose is processed to make sweeteners such as high fructose corn syrup and agave nectar,
it can become problematic, especially if it's consumed in excess amounts.
I'm going to add this to our Latest Resources section.
Here are some common forms of sugar. Check out what Lactose is.
- Fructose: found in fruits and honey
- Galactose: found in milk and dairy products
- Glucose: found in honey, fruits and vegetables
- Lactose: found in milk, made from glucose and galactose
- Maltose: found in barley
- Sucrose: made up of glucose and fructose and found in plants
- Xylose: found in wood or straw
NATURAL OR ARTIFICIAL SUGAR SUBSTITUTES
I just about died the day a bus driver told me sucralose (SPLENDA) was made with BLEACH!
BRAND: TRUVIA stevia is composed of steviol glycosides (mainly stevioside and rebaudioside)
BRAND: EQUAL aspartame is methyl ester of the aspartic acid/phenylalanine dipeptide
BRAND: SPLENDA sucralose is made from sugar in a multi-step chemical process in which 3 hydrogen-oxygen groups are replaced with chlorine atoms (yes, bleach).
SPLENDA usually contains 95% dextrose (D-glucose) and maltodextrin (by volume) which the body readily metabolizes, combined with a small amount
of mostly indigestible sucralose. Sucralose is made by replacing three select hydrogen-oxygen groups on sucrose (table sugar) molecules with
three chlorine atoms.
BRAND: SWEET AND LOW is Sodium saccharin (benzoic sulfimide)
Here are 4 natural sweeteners that are truly healthy.
- Stevia. Stevia is a natural, zero-calorie sweetener that can lower both blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Erythritol. Erythritol is a very sweet and low-calorie sugar alcohol. Studies show that it’s very safe to eat, although it can cause digestive problems at high doses.
- Xylitol. Xylitol is a very popular sweetener. It’s a sugar alcohol containing about 2.4 calories per gram. It has some dental benefits. In rats, it may improve bone density and lower the risk of osteoporosis.
- Yacon Syrup. Yacon syrup is very high in fructooligosaccharides, which feed the good bacteria in the intestine. It may be helpful against constipation and may help you lose weight.
There are several popular sugary sweeteners that health-conscious people
often eat instead of sugar.
This includes coconut sugar, molasses, honey and maple syrup. These really
aren't much different from sugar.
They may contain slightly smaller amounts of fructose and some tiny amount
of nutrients, but your liver really won't be able to tell the difference.
However, the harmful effects of sugar depend completely on the context. Most
of the studies are done in people who are already eating a high-carb, Western
junk food diet.
For these people, especially those who are overweight and/or insulin resistant,
large amounts of sugar are harmful (20Trusted Source, 21Trusted Source).
Additionally, there are other groups of people who may want to avoid sugar-based
sweeteners completely. This includes food addicts, binge eaters and people who ar
on a very low-carb, ketogenic diet.
Healthy people can eat sugar in small amounts without any harm. While it’s still empty
calories and may cause cavities, it won't harm your metabolism, give you fatty liver or
end up destroying your health.
The skinny on honey:
Honey is composed of glucose, fructose and other sugars
While sugar is 100 per cent sucrose, honey is made up of around 75 per cent sugars, of which roughly
half is glucose and half is fructose (these proportions may vary depending on the source of the nectar).
Blue Agave nectar or syrup (not as good as you think):
It is known to have a low glycemic index. Naturally occuring fructose is not bad, however,
when fructose is processed to make sweeteners such as high fructose corn syrup and agave nectar,
it can become problematic, especially if it's consumed in excess amounts.
I'm going to add this to our Latest Resources section.
