Information for Sugar-Free Diets
"Cookies Without Sugar on Baking Sheet"
Whether you're giving up sugar for medical reasons or for personal reasons, choosing to eat sugar-free is a major life change. Maybe you're considering making the change but want to know more. Maybe you've recently decided to cut out sugar but need to locate more resources to help you make this transition. Maybe you've even been eating sugar-free for years and are interested in learning more about the sugar-free community. Whatever your reason for wanting to learn more, these resources can assist you.
The resources below are organized into three categories: print resources for books and other physical materials, e-resources for information available on the web and a section for organizations and support groups. Since being diagnosed with diabetes is a major reason why people begin to eat sugar-free, many diabetic resources can be found on this page but even those individuals without diabetes may be interested in pursuing these resources for sugar-free recipes, nutrition information or other health-related information. Please also note that as this website is designed for individuals in Ann Arbor, MI, all the links for print material connect you to the Ann Arbor District Library. Individuals living outside of Ann Arbor should check their local libraries for
The resources below are organized into three categories: print resources for books and other physical materials, e-resources for information available on the web and a section for organizations and support groups. Since being diagnosed with diabetes is a major reason why people begin to eat sugar-free, many diabetic resources can be found on this page but even those individuals without diabetes may be interested in pursuing these resources for sugar-free recipes, nutrition information or other health-related information. Please also note that as this website is designed for individuals in Ann Arbor, MI, all the links for print material connect you to the Ann Arbor District Library. Individuals living outside of Ann Arbor should check their local libraries for
Print ResourcesNew to the sugar-free diet? Wondering where to start?
Want to know what you can cook with little or no sugar?
Being diagnosed with diabetes is a major reason why people begin to eat sugar free. Looking for some additional resources about life with diabetes?
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Electronic ResourcesWondering about sugar substitutes?
Artificial Sweeteners and Other Sugar Substitutes
Sugar substitutes are a frequent topic of discussion amongst sugar-free dieters. This article from the Mayo Clinic outlines the pros and cons of including sugar substitutes in your diet. Want personal stories of the sugar-free diet experience? Check out these blogs.
Stop Being Sweet
David Vanadia chronicles the ups and downs of cutting sugar from his diet. In addition to frequent posts that reflect the day-to-day experience of eating sugar-free, this blog also features personal insights into why one might choose to cut out sugar. I Quit Sugar In the role of a health coach, Sarah Wilson offers frequent posts about sugar-free recipes, meal plans and general guidelines for healthy eating. Interested in finding more recipes online?
Sugar-Free Section of All Recipes
The popular recipe website All Recipes has a section of sugar-free recipes with special collections of sugar-free desserts and sugar substitute recipes. Looking for online resources about life with diabetes?
Diabetes Forecast Magazine Website
Published by the American Diabetes Association, this magazine features lifestyle articles and sugar-free recipes for individuals with diabetes. The website provides access to all the articles in the current issue plus an archive of past articles. OrganizationsWant to find organization and support groups?
American Diabetes Association
This organization is the leader in diabetes research. It is committed to funding research for managing, curing and preventing all types of diabetes and is further committed to providing information to individuals with diabetes and the health-care professionals who serve them. For those interested in finding diabetes support groups, the American Diabetes Association offers several options. If you're living in Ann Arbor, then Bingham Farms is your local office and can provide you with information about local events and support groups. Bingham Farms, MI If you're living outside the Ann Arbor community or prefer online communities, then check out: American Diabetes Association Community |