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10 Healthy Holiday Superfoods
Cranberries
As millions of us reach for pretty-in-pink cranberry sauce to garnish our turkey and stuffing, few realize we're getting much more than a sweet-tasting accoutrement. Krieger points out that cranberries are loaded with disease-fighting antioxidants and their fiber content helps to lower "bad" cholesterol levels. However, because these beautiful berries are naturally low in sugar, many recipes call for large doses of added sweetener. Steer clear of all that sugar and, instead, try adding a sugar substitute like Splenda to keep this side dish healthy, suggests Krieger.
Go beyond cranberry sauce and keep warm with this recipe for a Hot Cranberry-Apple Ginger Drink
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I agree, Stevia is a better alternative. You don't use as much either.
11/19/2010 05:07:28 PM Report AbuseTry Stevia instead
12/11/2009 10:48:19 AM Report AbuseDietitians do not all promote eliminating sugar substitutes from your diet. Using Splenda is a way of cutting kcal without sacrificing taste. - Valarie RD LDN
11/23/2009 01:27:23 PM Report AbuseI cannot believe that a dietician would advocate for using a chemical like Splenda to keep a meal healthy.
11/23/2009 11:53:37 AM Report Abuse