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Stevia

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Mamato2boys Contributor
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I really like Stevia, but the added fiber in it seems to give me gas and cramps. It doesn't exactly smell like roses, either ! :ph34r::lol: What other natural sugar substitutes are out there that won't trigger a glycemic reaction? Splenda's not an option - that stuff freaks me out. I'd really like a natural product, if possible.

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Have you tried agave nectar? I like it a lot. It has a low GI value, and tastes good. It is sweet, so you don't have to use very much. I am avoid refined sugars so I have been tryinbg other options. I don't use artificial sweeteners at all, not even splenda. I seem to be allergic to stevia and honey seems to trigger headaches, so I use agave with no problem.

A friend recently bought me a gluten free sugar free cookbook and the author mostly uses agave, which is perfect for me. I can't wait to try out some recipes...

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Have you tried agave nectar? I like it a lot. It has a low GI value, and tastes good. It is sweet, so you don't have to use very much. I am avoid refined sugars so I have been tryinbg other options. I don't use artificial sweeteners at all, not even splenda. I seem to be allergic to stevia and honey seems to trigger headaches, so I use agave with no problem.

A friend recently bought me a gluten free sugar free cookbook and the author mostly uses agave, which is perfect for me. I can't wait to try out some recipes...

I haven't - maybe I'll give that a shot. Is it liquid, or powdered like the Stevia ? I'm really starting to avoid artificial sweeteners too. The thought of them is starting to make me nauseous, lol, though I have no noticeable effects when I used them in the past.

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It is a liquid and it looks a lot like honey. It is from a cactus and is a very nice sweetener.

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It is a liquid and it looks a lot like honey. It is from a cactus and is a very nice sweetener.

Cool - thank you. :)

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agave is a great option, one of my favorites

you can also try xylitol or Z sweet

one is form the birch tree the other from corn

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