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The current health and nutrition trend is overwhelming and invites us to avoid the consumption of all kinds of processed foods. In a certain way the best way to take care of our health, body weight and prevent the onset of chronic diseases , focuses on the lifestyle and the diet that we follow. That is why every day there is more emphasis on the consequences of certain eating habits and without a doubt one of the The most harmful is the high consumption of added sugars of modern society.
In such a way that for a long time recognized health organizations worldwide, alert us to the damage to human health caused by excessive consumption of sugar. Every day its devastating effects in various aspects, among which the following stand out: damage to oral health, increase in appetite , weight gain and a higher rate of obesity, kidney and liver disorders, certain types of cancer , alterations in glucose levels, risk of diabetes and hypertension. Just to mention some.
Not in vain one of the most faithful medical recommendations lies in the power of feeding , although much of the way is won by avoiding processed and fast foods. It is just as important to pay special attention to the quality of the food we consume and monitor how we prepare them. The good news is that the culinary world never ceases to amaze us and puts within our reach easy and accessible alternatives for cook without sugar continue to enjoy the delights of life.
4 infallible tips for cooking without sugar:
1. Use real sweet foods
There is nothing more powerful than the natural , that is why when it comes to following a healthy eating and focused on weight loss the most important is that it is pure and clean. Best of all, there are extraordinary food options that are naturally sweet, which gives them great nutritional benefits without being full of fake sugars. Bet on the use of natural products such as: berries, coconut ( especially oil coconut), pears, apples, stone fruits, carrots, prunes and dark chocolate. Very from time to time and on special occasions you can take the opportunity to use dates or bananas , remember that they are very rich in sugars and calories , so use caution. On the other hand, there are some alternatives that are better to avoid: honey, maple syrup, coconut sugar, brown sugar, and pretend are good choices for “natural sweeteners” . Nutritionists agree that on many occasions they can be worse than white sugar and in a certain way they all have the same impact on levels blood glucose.
2. Let yourself be carried away by the power of seasonings
The world of confectionery is immensely versatile and in a certain way just like in salty cooking, it is very important to season well. For example, maybe you didn’t know but generally the salt balances the sweetness , so using less salt will make things taste sweeter without the need for a lot of sugar. Among the best recommendations when it comes to baking cookies and cakes , you will find opting for the use of unsalted butter and in general any ingredient with touches salty. The only exception to the no salt rule: is chocolate , l a salt masks the sweetness but also the bitter flavors like those found in dark chocolate. This is the reason why Salted chocolate may seem sweeter than the same chocolate that is eaten without salt.
3. Use sweetness “enhancers”
Without a doubt one of the most fascinating aspects of gastronomy sweet , is that it has a wide range of natural ingredients that do not they only fill with personality and aromas any preparation, enhance its flavor and sweetness. One of my favorite examples is vanilla that has the ability to increase the perception of sweetness without adding real sugar l; bet on investing a little more and use the vanilla beans It brings a touch of the finest and most exceptional! Vanilla extract is also a wonderful alternative, as is cinnamon, fennel, cardamom, star anise and in general certain spices. They add the perception of sweetness and the best of all is that they contribute great medicinal benefits.
4. Use natural sweeteners
On some occasions, especially in particular recipes, it is complicated get enough sweetness. If the above-mentioned tricks don’t solve the situation, it’s time to resort to the Favorite natural sweetener: pure stevia powder . It is a powerful natural sweetener, which has the genius of come from from the stevia plant and does not contain sugar or carbohydrates. The only thing you should take into account is that it has up to 300 times sweeter r, so adding little is the best recommendation.
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