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What Exactly Is a "Natural" Sweetener? It's Not What You Might Think
What's a "natural" sweetener, anyway? Is it minimally-processed? Unrefined? Is it free of anything artificial, synthetic, and GMO? Read on.
11 min read


Pure Monk Fruit Extract: 2025 Sweetener Shop Guide (Read the Fine Print)
Discover how to choose the best pure monk fruit extract — no fillers, just sweetness. What to look for, how to compare, and why it matters.
10 min read


The Ultimate Guide to Unrefined and Raw Sugars
Forty types of sweeteners come from this one plant—sugarcane. Wondering how table sugar, whole cane sugar, and raw sugar compare? Read this.
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Erythritol in 2025: Natural or Synthetic—and Is It Still Safe?
This is your 2025 guide to buying erythritol | Learn 60 facts on taste, side effects, glycemic index, net carbs, cost, use, and more.
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Do Sweeteners Help You Lose Weight? WHO's Latest Guidance
Does replacing sugar with sweeteners help you lose weight? The World Health Organization reviewed 283 studies to determine what the science actually reveals. While studies have shown small weight loss in the short term (3 months or less), there’s a lack of evidence showing they’re effective in helping people lose weight in the long term (over 6 to 18 months). This post breaks down what WHO actually said, clears up common media misconceptions, and explains what it means for yo
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5 Misconceptions About "Natural" Sweeteners You Wish You Knew Before
Many people assume natural sweeteners are healthier, safer, or less processed than sugar. But are they really? In this post, I uncover the truth about natural sweeteners, clear up common myths, and explain what they’re actually made of—so you can make smarter choices in your kitchen.
12 min read


Guide to Granulated Sugar: The Favorite, Most Versatile Sweetener
Granulated sugar guide: definition, cane vs beet, uses in cooking, top brands, and why this sweetener is the favorite and hardest to replace.
14 min read


Organic Sugar: What Does It Actually Mean?
I went on a quest to find every certified organic sugar sold in U.S. stores—and here’s what I discovered. Learn the difference between raw and unrefined types, what “organic” really means (and doesn’t), how it’s processed, and why it’s better for the planet—and possibly for you. Plus, find out where organic sugars come from, how much they cost, and which brands sell them.
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Erythritol Showdown: Powdered vs Granulated
I am often asked, which sweeteners contain erythritol? Which brand of erythritol is best? Erythritol granulated vs powdered? So, here it is.
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