Who is in the mood for a strong cup of coffee?!
I’m not a big coffee drinker but one of my favorites to drink is Cafe’ Bustelo with a little milk and sugar!
It’s so satisfying and refreshing to drink. If you’re a coffee lover, I think you would enjoy this flavor!
Has anyone tried this coffee before?!
1. Agave Nectar
The Aztecs used agave thousands of years ago and praised this syrup as a gift from the gods. A derivative of the same plant as tequila, this golden sweetener tastes similar to honey and is perfect in hot or iced tea. But be sure to use in moderation—agave’s high fructose content can sometimes cross it in to the dangerous food zone!
2. Applesauce
Instead of a half-cup white sugar in a batch of oatmeal cookies, swap in an equal amount of applesauce! The natural sweetness from a Golden Delicious or Fuji apple is perfect in an after-dinner treat. Purchase the “no sugar-added” applesauce, or make a fresh batch at home!
3. Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
For a warm winter treat, mix some unsweetened cocoa powder in a glass of hot water or skim milk. It’ll satisfy that sweet tooth without all the extra sugar the sweetened version includes. Add a splash of vanilla extract for extra flavor!
4. Coconut Sugar
Get a little tropical and use coconut sugar in a fruit smoothie. Made from the sap of coconut flowers, this natural sugar comes in block, paste, or granulated form. Plus, it’s loaded with potassium which helps keep our bones strong!
5. Brown Rice Syrup
Brown rice syrup comes from (you guessed it!) brown rice. More nutritious than its high-fructose alternative, this buttery and nutty flavored syrup is perfect in granola bars and baked breads.
6. Puréed Banana
In the next loaf of banana bread, try using extra-ripe bananas and eliminating the sugar. The fruit naturally becomes sweeter as it ripens, so there’s no need for extra sugar.
Bonus Alternative: Lemon
If you’re a tea drinker like myself, squeezing the juice of half a lemon into your cup of tea can be helpful when cutting back on sugar! Lemon not only improves hydration, has vitamin C, and helps with weight loss, it also helps with digestion and freshens your breath!
But be careful to use lemon in moderation because of its acidity. So instead of using honey or sugar to flavor your tea, add some lemon juice to get all the great benefits!
Have you used any of these sugar alternatives?! Comment below if you have! I’d love to hear from you!
Winter is here and our skin is prone to getting dried out from this cold weather!
This would be a perfect gift for a loved one or you could use on yourself as well!
If you decide to gift these scrubs, I’d recommend buying small mason jars and decorating with a nice ribboned bow!
Here are the recipes below!
Ingredients Needed With Benefits Listed
-sea salt : exfoliant, stress reducer, detoxifier, increases circulation
-honey : antibacterial properties, slows down aging, antioxidant
-sugar : natural humectant, exfoliant
-coffee grounds : antioxidant,exfoliant, contains caffeine which’s tightens skin and reduces cellulite, reduces swelling and inflammation
-shea butter : promotes tissue cell regeneration and softening of skin, reduces wrinkles,
-olive oil : antioxidant, has antibacterial properties, and vitamin E
-coconut oil : antimicrobial and has healing properties
-tea tree oil : antibacterial, heals inflammation, removes odor
-peppermint essential oil : helps with odor, helps muscles relax
-lavender essential oil : provides deeps sense of relaxation, helps relieve aches and pains
1. Homemade Body Scrub
1/2 cup coarse sugar
1/4 cup sea salt
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons coconut oil (if allergic, substitute for olive oil)
5-10 drops peppermint essential oil
1/8 cup shea butter
Directions: place sea salt and sugar into a bowl and blend well with a spoon. Add coconut oil, honey, and Shea butter and blend well. Add drops of peppermint oil to mixture and blend one last time. Transfer mixture to small glass jar with a lid and label it. Store in the fridge to help preserve it.
To use: after you’ve cleansed your body, use fingers or washcloth to massage body scrub onto body for about 10-15 seconds. Rinse off scrub and pat dry to leave your skin feeling smooth and soft!
2. Homemade Foot Scrub
1 cup sea salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon coconut oil
5 drops tea tree oil
5 drops peppermint essential oil
8 drops lavender essential oil
Directions: place sea salt in bowl and add olive oil and coconut oil. Blend mixture with a fork. Add the essential oils and blend with other ingredients.
To use: place small amount in your hand with a spoon. Do this treatment in the shower or tub to avoid a mess! Leave Scrub on for 10-15 minutes and just relax! Once done, rinse with warm water then pat dry and follow with a moisturizer. Store mixture in refrigerator after use.
3. Homemade Lip Scrub
1/4 cup coffee grounds
1 cup honey
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 tablespoon coconut oil (if allergic do not add)
Directions: place coffee grounds into a bowl and blend with honey and olive oil and blend well with a fork.
To use: apply small amount with a soft toothbrush or washcloth to the lips. Gently massage in circular lotion, for about 20 seconds. Rinse and apply lip balm. Store in refrigerator to preserve mixture.
Try out these easy do-it-yourself body scrubs for smoother skin or turn into a gift for a loved one! 😊
Source: draxe.com
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