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Agave Nectar has been used for centuries as a flavoring, though native populations have also been aware of its health benefits and used it medicinally. The Aztecs used a mixture of agave nectar and salt as a dressing for wounds and a balm for skin infections, and agave’s use as a folk remedy persists today. … Read more

Agave Mojito 3 oz. white rum 2 Tbsp. light agave nectar 3 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lime juice (approx. 2 limes) 40 spearmint leaves 1 can (12 oz.) chilled club soda 1 dozen ice cubes 1 Place rum, agave nectar, lime juice, and mint in a small bowl and crush mint with pestle or back of … Read more

Are you what some people would consider a sugar addict? Do you have an unbelievable sweet tooth that you can’t seem to get control over? If so, then you most likely understand how bad certain types of sugar can be for your body. While people have been using white sugar for as long as any … Read more

Agave nectar is most easily substituted for liquid sugars since it is already in liquid form and the difference in moisture will usually be negligible. Because of its lower glycemic index, it makes an excellent substitute for many natural and refined liquid sugars, including: honey maple syrup brown rice syrup corn syrup Agave Nectar vs. Honey A … Read more

Agave makes a good substitute for sugar for a variety of reasons. Agave nectar is real sugar, as opposed to an artificial or non-nutritive sweetener. It has properties similar to many sugars with one important exception: its glycemic index is significantly lower. This makes it a healthier alternative to many processed AND natural sweeteners, including: white … Read more

It can be a challenge for even experienced cooks to substitute artificial sweeteners for sugars without compromising food quality or palatability. An artificial sweetener may be suitable for reducing the caloric content and glycemic index of a dish, but they lose their usefulness in many other culinary applications where a sugar is needed for more … Read more