Snacking without sugar
6 June 2024
On 10 June, the National Sugar Challenge kicks off. Every day you will receive tips and inspiration to help you stay motivated. The challenge has 3 rules:
1. Say no to added sugars
By 7 days sugar-free, we mean 7 days without added sugars. So these are all sugars added by the manufacturer. They are often found in unhealthy products, such as soft drinks, sweets and biscuits. Naturally occurring sugars in, for example, fruit, vegetables and dairy are allowed during the challenge.
2. Say yes to fresh and unprocessed food
By cooking for yourself with fresh and unprocessed products, you decide what you eat. By cooking fresh, you avoid unconsciously consuming added sugars. Just don't be too strict when shopping, as almost all products in the supermarket have been processed (a little) in one way or another on the way from land to your plate.
3. Eat healthy and varied
You can follow different healthy eating patterns, such as the Disk of Five, as well as vegetarian, vegan or low-carbohydrate diets. The Sugar Challenge Magazine tells you how to eat healthily.
For more information and to sign up for the challenge, visit the Diabetes Fund website. Need inspiration or want to get started now? Then try one of the recipes below.
Celery boats with bean dip
0 - 10 minutes
Celery boats with bean dip are a delicious and healthy snack perfect for any occasion. This simple recipe combines the crunchy texture of fresh celery with a creamy and flavoursome bean dip, packed with nutrients.
Snack vegetables with fresh ravigote sauce
0 - 10 minutes
Candy vegetables with fresh ravigote sauce is a colourful and tasty treat that will appeal to children and adults alike. This recipe combines the crunchy, sweet character of various snack vegetables with a refreshing and tangy ravigote sauce, made from yoghurt and spices.
