Comments on: So Sweet: Sugar Alternatives

By: Taylor Bishop

Taylor Bishop — Mon, 30 Oct 2017 14:06:25 +0000

Thanks for the interesting read about some sugar alternatives. I actually didn’t know about brown rice syrup, or that it could be good to use to substitute for other sweeteners. I’m kind of interested to learn more about what this tastes like when compared to others.

By: Tori

Tori — Tue, 24 Feb 2015 08:55:43 +0000

In reply to shirley. I can only answer about the honey. Cooking honey does not make it toxic. It just removes it's healing properties, kind of like when you cook sauerkraut.

By: shirley

shirley — Tue, 28 Oct 2014 01:56:19 +0000

Hi – yes I have the same concerns about ‘agave nectar’ as all the above comments. Thought it was good but did come across an article or two saying it wasn’t that good an alternative. I would also like some clarification from Sarah or any other reader here about xylitol ? Is this safe ? I thought so as per a naturopath, but then read about how it isn’t natural ? All the same I might make these biscuits but use the brown rice syrup. I have also noticed from articles I have read that cooking with honey makes honey quite toxic ? Sarah if you could clarify …. many thanks & I love your photography ! Quite inspired 🙂

By: mariam

mariam — Mon, 18 Aug 2014 00:36:23 +0000

Do you still believe agave nectar is an ideal sweetener? There are so many articles out there now, saying how harmful it is considering it is very high in fructose, and I don’t understand why that’s bad. Your opinion?

By: LB

LB — Wed, 29 Jan 2014 18:48:10 +0000

Hi Sarah,

I want to follow up Rebekah’s comment – I have been reading numerous articles that say that agave nectar isn’t what it is cracked up to be. I trust you and your opinions about healthy living so I wanted to know what you thought about it. Thanks!

By: Katie @ Whole Nourishment

Katie @ Whole Nourishment — Tue, 29 Oct 2013 13:11:40 +0000

These were delicious. I used half brown rice syrup and half maple syrup and a splash of almond extract for good measure since I was for once lacking a lemon in the house. Served them for a house full of guests this weekend and they loved them. Thanks Sarah!

By: Back to Nature: A look at the Paleo Diet & Agave Cookies | Our Sister Kitchens

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 00:59:45 +0000

[…] Speaking of natural eating, I have a recipe to share! These oats & agave jam cookies are made with natural ingredients and whole grain flour that make them the perfect snack to boost your energy during the day, for tea time, or as dessert. I made them special for a friend who has diabetes, but I gobbled my half right up. So yummy. The recipe I got from My New Roots “Sugar-free Thumbprint Jam Cookies”. […]

By: Fariba Kerendi

Fariba Kerendi — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 02:30:28 +0000

Just stumbled across your blog…how beautiful! The sentiments, the food and the photography. What a treat! Thank you.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Fri, 07 Sep 2012 05:33:04 +0000

Thanks Sarah. I just made these for my little boy and he loved them. They worked well with honey (which is all I had in the cupboard today)

By: Rebekah Jennings

Rebekah Jennings — Tue, 29 May 2012 04:57:40 +0000

I have a question,despite it’s low glycemic index, I have heard that Agave Nectar isn’t any better than HFCS because it is processed by the liver instead of the pancreas. Is this true? And how does coconut sugar measure up?