5. Jaggery
Jaggery is a form of non-refined sugar. Prepared from sugarcane juice and date palm, jaggery is better than refined sugar. It contains essential minerals including iron, which it gathers during the preparation process that involves the use of iron vessels. To provide extra calories to your child’s diet, add organic jaggery to their favorite delicacies. However, do not overuse it as it can have similar side effects as sugar.
6. Honey
An alternative to sugar, honey comprises 17% water and 82% carbohydrates, promoting healthy weight gain. The natural sweetener has a low content of fat. You may add a spoonful on toast, sandwiches, or pancakes while making sure that the total sugar/ sweet intake is within the World Health Organization’s recommended limits of 10% of their total energy intake.
