Sugar…

We are hearing so much about sugar in the press at the moment.  And it is shocking how much we consume daily, whether we are aware of it or not.

I would recommend you avoid processed foods, daily fizzy drinks and sweets to help you to reduce the sugar burden, but you already knew that right?

I have recently discovered a great alternative to ‘sugar’.  It’s not Xylitol, Agave nectar, honey,  stevia or fructose fruit sugar, its called Palmyra Jaggery by conscious foods.

Palmyra Jaggery – is known in India as “sugar for diabetics”.   It is the only plant-based source of vitamin B12 in the world, low GI and is exceptionally rich in B Vitamins, iron, potassium, magnesium and other essential minerals vital for maintaining good health and vitality.  Researchers in India are finding that it may also help to break down the opiate-like addiction caused by processed sugar, thus freeing you from that constant desire to nibble and helping you to maintain healthy weight that is essential for leading a life full of vitality.

Palmyra Jaggery can be used just as you would use sugar – in your tea or coffee, in baking and cooking.

I used this fabulous new sugar in one of my raw chocolate mouses, and it was lovely.  It’s got a caramel taste and looks like brown sugar but finer, the extra iron and B12 is really useful for vegans!  Let me know what you think!  I love it…