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ZOE Science & Nutrition
Recap: Is honey really better than sugar? | Dr. Sarah Berry
Sep 24, 2024
Joining the discussion is Dr. Sarah Berry, a professor specializing in sugar science and its alternatives. She tackles whether natural substitutes like honey are indeed healthier than traditional sugar. The conversation highlights the similarities in metabolism between honey and sugar, along with the potential drawbacks of sweeteners like stevia and erythritol. Dr. Berry also addresses misconceptions about agave syrup and stresses the significance of understanding sugar's impact on blood sugar and cravings to make informed dietary choices.
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- Natural sugar alternatives like honey and maple syrup metabolize similarly to table sugar, offering no significant health benefits.
- Excessive sugar intake can cause rapid blood glucose spikes, leading to negative health effects like inflammation and increased hunger.
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The Misconception of Natural Sugar Alternatives
Natural sugar alternatives like honey and maple syrup are often perceived as healthier than table sugar due to their less processed nature. However, despite being derived from plants, both natural alternatives and table sugar contain similar components: glucose and fructose. Professor Sarah Berry explains that these sugars are metabolized in the body in much the same way, leading to comparable health effects. While honey does contain some vitamins and minerals, the amounts are minimal, indicating that substituting honey for table sugar may not significantly improve health outcomes.
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