[Diabetes-Talk] Questions regarding sugar substitutes, or alternatives

[Terri Stimmel]

Hello again, everyone,


I have some questions, regarding sugar substitutes, or alternatives. I 
know we have discussed this some, before. But honestly, it is a 
difficult thing for me. So I am trying to keep track of it all. I save 
messages, and make notes. I want to do the very best that I can, for myself.


So I got a keurig for Christmas. I love it! I wasn't sure I would. I am 
getting in to drinking coffee. Again, I never thought that I would want 
to do this. But I love it.


I would like to drink other things as well.

However, I worry about the sugar content. I also do not like black 
coffee. So I have been using hazelnut creamer in it. That has always 
been my favorite flavor. But I am sure it has stuff in it, that my body 
doesn't need. It's the zero sugar kind.


Anyway, what are some things I can add to my coffee, that I don't have 
to worry about?

Also, which sugar alternatives are best to use in drinks? Or even when 
cooking?


And what are some of the sugar substitutes I should avoid?

I know that there are ones to try and avoid. But I just get so confused 
with it all.


Any help, or suggestions is appreciated.


Thank you,


Terri