Eun Lee, MD People with diabetes looking for a sweetener that won't raise their blood sugar levels frequently turn to sugar ...

4. Yacon Syrup Yacon syrup is extracted from the yacon plant, which is native to South America and scientifically known as Smallanthus sonchifolius. It tastes sweet, is dark in color, and has a ...

This can be used in the same way as maple or agave syrup. While its ability to sweeten without adding too many calories can be an asset, in terms of taste, yacon offers an interesting new take on ...