3 SWEET ALTERNATIVES TO SUGAR

As recommended by RW nutritionist Kim Pearson

Stevia

A sugar- and calorie-free sweetener extracted from the leaves of a native South American plant species known as Stevia rebaudiana. Works well as a sugar replacement in tea and coffee. truvia.co.uk

Xylitol

A type of sweetener known as a polyol, typically produced from birch trees or corn cobs. Good for baking or sprinkling onto porridge or pancakes, but may cause digestive upset if used in large amounts. totalsweet.co.uk

Inulin

This is an oligosaccharide, known as a fructan, that occurs naturally in a variety of plants. Although less sweet, it can be used as a sugar substitute in baking. bulk.com