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The (Un-) Sweet Story

Filipino affection for sweets is very evident in our daily living, from the “kakanin” our grandparents adore as “merienda”, the simple spaghetti sauce “Filipino style” cooked at home to the famous “halo-halo” for dessert.

Sweet Fix: Natural & Artificial Sweeteners

Finally, we should always keep in mind that processed foods, which may contain sugar substitutes, generally don’t offer the same health benefits as fruits and vegetables.