The Truth about Agave Nectar

Here at Raw for 30 Days, we know that our society spends a lot of time and energy suggesting and trying to recognise foods and Herbal Supplements that we should avoid or take for a healthier and leaner lifestyle. 

In the large ocean of food options that exist in our world, there are quite a few danger zones that everyone should be aware of – especially if you’re trying to lose weight. 

Agave Nectar came out as a solution to sugar because it was low GI and everyone. It definitely took off in popularity - almost in an Acai berry type fashion - a few years ago because of its Healthy image it got from the media. 

Yes, it has a low glycemic index, but its fructose levels very high and are off the chart.

Heightened fructose intake has been linked to a ton of different diseases, including liver disease. 

The replacement for this is simple - you can try honey or some maple syrup for a vegan option. 

If you are thinking of something low calorie, you can try stevia. Stevia is not actually healthy for you, but it is a much healthier option than Agave. 

Stevia is a shrub in the sunflower family that has notably sweet leaves. The extract from these leaves, called steviol glycoside, has 300 times the sweetness of sugar – so only a small bit is needed to achieve the same flavor. 

Because it has a very minor effect on blood sugar levels, this is a go-to sugar substitute for folks on carbohydrate-controlled diets.

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