Coffee is an irresistibly tasty beverage that can be tailored to suit individual tastes with its wide range of sweeteners, such as table sugar, creamer, or milk. Unfortunately, these sweeteners contain high levels of calories and could potentially have adverse health effects like high blood pressure, obesity and diabetes. One simple hack for enjoying your cup while cutting back on sweetener intake would be switching over to natural sweeteners such as honey, stevia or agave syrup instead.

Raw honey is one of the most beloved natural coffee sweeteners, offering rich and silky flavour with antioxidant benefits and lower glycemic index than sugar to ensure less rapid blood sugar spikes.

Erythritol, a plant-derived sweetener, provides another great choice. Erythritol’s sweetness compares favorably with sugar’s, dissolving easily into hot beverages and serving as a low-glycemic sweetener that works well for managing blood sugar or following a ketogenic diet plan; however it should be noted that for some individuals erythritol may cause digestive discomfort.

Stevia is an affordable zero-calorie sweetener that comes in powdered or granulated forms. Derived from the Stevia Rebaudiana plant, it can be 200 times sweeter than sugar! Due to its solubility it can easily be added to coffee but some users may experience bitter aftertaste so you should experiment with different amounts.

Agave syrup offers another healthy way to sweeten coffee and can be added to any type of blend. It is an especially great choice for people who enjoy more savory notes in their cup. As it contains natural, low-glycemic sweeteners that add rich caramel-like notes, agave syrup should still be consumed in moderation for best results.

Nutmeg can add a deliciously sweet touch to any black coffee beverage, offering subtle sweetness that pairs beautifully with its subdued aromatic notes. Nutmeg also provides valuable antioxidants and health benefits including improved digestion, supporting gut health and decreasing cancer risks.