Since most of us are well addicted to the sweet stuff, which do you think is the healthiest?  I will state the pros of some of our favorite sweetners and you can choose one;
Splenda (sucralose)-  600x times sweeter than sugar, has no calories, no effect on blood sugar, and according to the FDA , it poses no toxic or carcinogenic effects, no reproductive or neurologic risk  to humans.
Sweet'N Low (saccharin)-  300x times sweeter than sugar, FDA proposed a ban on this sweetner in 1977 after bladder cancer was found on male rats fed huge amount of saccharin, but it was never enacted.
NutraSweet and Equal ( aspartane)- 180-200x times sweeter than sugar, adds no calories to food, FDA and AMA approved.
Stevia (stevioside)- 250-300x times sweeter than sugar, calorie free, herb from South America, used in Japan for the past 30 years.
Sorbitol- generally recognized as safe by the FDA, found in nature such as in fruits and berries.
Sucrose (table sugar)- has 50% fructose and 50% glucose , less processed, fructose is  found in fruit.
Agave Nectar- 40% sweeter than sugar, produced from the agave plant in Mexico, contains primarily fructose and glucose, low in the glycemic index (does not strongly impact blood sugar and insulin levels), diabetic friendly.
Honey- natural, less processed
High Fructose Corn Syrup- common sweetner and preservative.

 Note: Excessive releases of insulin and, more specifically, chronically high blood sugar and insulin levels are linked to Metabolic Syndrome (also called Syndrome X), which is a complex of health disorders. Associated ailments include insulin resistance and type II diabetes, abdominal weight gain and obesity, problems with blood lipids (raised triglycerides and cholesterol) and high blood pressure.
Pick your healthiest sweetner and stay tune for the shocking cons!!!
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First Post! 05/02/2010
 
Did you know that most diseases can be controlled naturally?
Here are 3 Simple reasons to integrate natural solutions to your health care plan and control diseases;
1. Prevention- You can remain healthier longer by exercising, eating a balanced meal and taking the appropriate supplements
2. Disease Management- A well maintained body and soul recover sooner and stronger from diseases
3. Support and Cure- A well managed balance of natural and allopathic treatments may yield and promote complete cure and further prevention
 Share some of your best combinations to good health?
   
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