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A Natural Alternative to Sugar
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General Interest
By:Kristen H.

Agave Nectar is a honey like substance extracted from the fruit itself.  It's low in glycemic index, which is important for people with diabetes (I had gestational diabetes and am now very aware of what raises blood sugar) and can also help with weight control.  It's 25% sweeter than sugar and is already a liquid, so unlike sugar, it does not need to dissolve.  I have found it at both Wild Oats and Whole Foods next to the honey.  Try it!

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Rachael T. Mar 17, 2009
Agave nectar can also be used in baking! I used it in a cake and it was delicious. I would recommend using slightly less than the amount of sugar called for in a standard recipe. It will make your baked goods more moist than if using sugar. Happy eating!
gogreen Dec 1, 2008
I love agave! My new favorite organic product is sweetened with agave. It is a drink mix concentrate called Flavrz that you add to water to give it good flavor. www.flavrzdrinkmix.com
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