[Miss_Hattie]

I usually have at least 2-3 kinds of artificial sweeteners on hand, but haven't heard about that particular kind.

[Sherlynn9]

Thanks for that heads up on honey vs. sugar.

Are you familiar with a sweetener called Diabetisweet? Bought some but haven't used it yet.

Sheryl

[Miss_Hattie]

Would you think that honey is a good substitute for sugar if you have diabetes?

Honey is often recommended as a replacement for sugar to people trying to reduce sugar or calories in their diet. But a tablespoon of honey actually has more sugar and more calories than a tablespoon of granulated sugar.

Sugar ~ 1 tablespoon has 13 grams of sugar and 50 calories

Honey ~ 1 tablespoon has 17 grams of sugar and 64 calories

Unlike sugar, honey does supply a few minerals but only in very small amounts. Honey is somewhat sweeter than sugar, so you can substitute a smaller amount of honey for sugar in some recipes. However, the calories and sugar grams you save are minimal.

If you prefer the flavor of honey, go ahead and use it. But know that there's little nutritional advantage to using it in place of table sugar. People with diabetes can eat sugar and honey in moderation if they count the carbohydrates as part of their eating plan. Eaten in larger amounts, sugar and honey can raise blood sugar levels.