Unsweetened Nut Butters

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Devi Gajendran (Lead Clinical Nutritionist @truthin)

Unsweetened nut butters, made from 100% nuts, are an excellent choice for health-conscious individuals. Packed with natural goodness, they offer a wholesome and nutritious option without any added sugars.

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Opt for unsweetened nut butters to avoid added sugars while enjoying the natural flavors and nutrients of nuts.

Sugar-free Chocolates

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Devi Gajendran (Lead Clinical Nutritionist @truthin) 

Sugar-free chocolates commonly use maltitol as a substitute for sugar. Although maltitol helps reduce the sugar content, it's important to note that it is still a carbohydrate and has a glycemic index value. This means it can still impact blood sugar levels to some extent. Additionally, maltitol belongs to the sugar alcohols category, which, when consumed in large amounts, can cause digestive discomfort such as bloating and gas.

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Select sugar-free chocolates with natural sweeteners to enjoy sweetness without impacting blood sugar levels.

Brown bread

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Devi Gajendran (Lead Clinical Nutritionist @truthin)

Many brown breads on the market surprisingly contain only 55% or less whole wheat flour, which isn't actually what gives them their brown color. Instead, manufacturers often add caramel coloring (ins 150a), malt powder, or malt extract to achieve that rich brown hue. This means the color of brown bread can be misleading, as it might suggest a higher whole grain content than is actually present.

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Select brown bread that is genuinely whole grain, as some may be colored with molasses instead of being made with whole wheat.