We encourage everyone to reduce processed sugars from their diets for good health. Processed sugars can be high glycemic - causing unpleasant sugar spikes followed by energy crashes and increased inflammation.
While Medjool dates are high in natural sugars, they are low on the glycemic index thanks to a balanced amount of soluble fibre. Complex carbs found in Medjool dates are digested at a slower rate and sustained energy is delivered to the body over a longer period of time.
Added Benefit: Medjool dates have more than 500 times the antioxidants of plain white sugar!*
*Total Antioxidant Content of Alternatives to Refined Sugar. Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. 2009
Master these two recipes and you’ll be able to replace processed sugar and sweeteners in a wide variety of your favorite recipes.
An excellent natural sugar substitute, spread on bread or toast in place of jam. Also great served with a pork roast, ham or chicken.
Tip: To make a spiced date paste, stir together ½ cup date paste and ¼ teaspoon cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice or ground ginger.