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Maple Syrup, Honey, and Agave...Which sweetener is better for you? Find the sweet truth behind the 3 most popular sugar alternatives in this episode of the Coffee Break with Sharp Best Health. NOTESThe Glycemic IndexThe Glycemic Index (GI) is a relative ranking of carbohydrate in foods according to how they affect blood glucose levels. Carbohydrates with a low GI value (55 or less) are more slowly digested, absorbed and metabolized and cause a lower and slower rise in blood glucose and, therefore usually, insulin levels.There are three classifications for GI:Individual food portion:Low: 55 or lessModerate:  56 – 69High: 70+Submit your question for Sharp Best Health or a podcast idea here.Visit Sharp Best Health on SharpNET for more information on our programs and resources. Music: https://www.bensound.com