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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


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.
25 min read


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


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.
11 min read


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.
7 min read


A Complete Guide to Brown Sugars—from Unrefined to Raw and Refined.
Do you have a lot of questions about brown sugars that don't get answered anywhere? That's why I created this handy guide to buying them.
12 min read


Cracking the Sugar Code: 70 Different Names, Same Sucrose
Beyond the simple word “sugar,” sucrose has 70 different names on labels. Understand exactly what you’re buying.
4 min read


Unrefined Sugar: 4 Myths and How it Compares with Common Sweeteners
So many myths and misunderstandings surround the so-called "unrefined" sugars. In this post, I clarify common misconceptions about them and
7 min read


A Brown Sugar that Does not Harden?
Wouldn't it be nice if we had a brown sugar that does not harden? In this post, I write about two such brown sugars --- Sucanat and Pourable
4 min read


Unrefined Sugars vs Common Sweeteners (Visual Chart)
I made this infographic to help you understand how unrefined sugars compare to table sugar, honey, agave nectar, and coconut sugar.
2 min read
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