Today’s Solutions: February 23, 2026

Sugar is the single worst ingredient in the modern diet. It’s the leading contributor to obesity, wreaks havoc on the liver, and puts you at risk of an assortment of diseases. Worst of all, sugar is highly addictive. If you have a sweet tooth, you don’t need sugar to make your foods sweeter. There are plenty of fruits and vegetables that are wonderfully sweet already and come bundled with nutrients, fiber, vitamins, and antioxidant benefits. Here are 8 healthy ways to use natural sweeteners in your diet.

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