Use whole grains!

Some of us think of whole grains solely as whole wheat which creates a bulky bread or other baked good. But other whole grains such as whole wheat pastry flour and allulose as a sugar substitute provide incredible alternatives!

Just prior to the holiday season in 2019, I had two family members suffer from a heart attack. One died, and the other is recovering. I dreaded the annual weight gain I experience through the winter holiday season and I knew it was caused by eating sweets and desserts. I decided to try and avoid the weight gain by making my own whole grain and/or sugar-free desserts.

First, I searched for a recipe for sugar-free buckeyes. Several appeared! It seemed miraculous to me, but people all over the globe are seeking alternatives to all-purpose flour and refined sugar. Here is a link to the recipe I used: https://www.sugarfreemom.com/recipes/sugar-free-low-carb-buckeyes/ It uses Swerve as a substitute for powdered (confectioners') sugar. I now see it at our local grocery store. It is expensive, but it's worth it! Swerve includes an element that serves as a prebiotic which is actually good for your gut! I made 3 batches over the holidays, and I am happy to report that I LOST weight this holiday season. So satisfying.