Honey!

So I was really excited when I learned maple syrup was good for you... and now they're telling me that honey is too?!? Sweet!

• One tablespoon of honey (consumed with water) every 30min is as effective as energy gel.
• Honey regulates blood sugar better than just plain table sugar, and lowers bad cholesterol.
• Honey contains more antioxidants compared to other sweeteners. It also contains oligosaccharides, a type of sugar that fuels the growth of immune-boosting bacteria in the gut.

In order to begin incorporating honey into your diet, swap out 1 cup of sugar for 3/4 cup of honey (and reduce other liquids by 1/4 cup). Use it in homemade energy bars, smoothies, in marinades and salad dressings, or for the best sandwich ever - peanutbutter and honey on ends-of-the-bread. Mmmm :-)