I remember the day I decided to completely remove sugar from my son’s diet. He’d just turned two, and had a fever. We gave him some liquid children’s acetaminophen to bring down his temp. Within seconds of drinking the sweet medicine – my boy stood up, ran into the wall with zooming speed, bumped his head, got up and began jumping on the bed.

Not all children react this quickly to the affects of sugar, sugar cane and fructose. But, all of these substances do feed fungal infections, spike blood sugar and cause immune imbalance.

A Sweeter Sweet

Stevia leaf extract is an excellent natural alternative to cane sugar and man-made sweeteners. You can purchase stevia in powdered or liquid form and use it anywhere that you would normally use sugar.

At first taste, you may find it bitter. But, this herb is much sweeter than sugar so it can be used in very moderate amounts. Use it for a short while and sugar will seem dull.

Added Health Benefits

Unlike sugar, stevia helps regulate blood sugar, is calorie free and alkalizing. Some brands add chicory inulin fiber, a prebiotic that helps build baby’s immunity.

Get this great tasting herbal supplement in powder or liquid form at health food stores, supermarkets or online. Note that because of FDA regulations it is not listed as a sweetener, but rather as a supplement.