The latest trend has been labelling some of the sugar substitutes as “derived from plants” or “natural.” That does not necessarily mean that these are safer or more effective in blood sugar control or weight loss. If they are used in excess, side effects such as bloating or diarrhoea may still result. Some doubt of cancer formation but till date no study has endorsed it. Wandering through the grocery store, it is easy to be overwhelmed by the numerous brands and health claims on the dozens of sugar substitutes.
It can be particularly confusing for those with diabetes or pre-diabetes who must keep their blood sugar in check and control their weight. With growing diabetes and obesity epidemic, there has been increasing awareness around the use of added sugars in foods. The most recent edition of the US Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends that added sugars should be kept to less…
