Dangers of Sugar...

Rather than preach to you, about the dangers of sugar, and sugar addiction, I want you to check out this web site: http://www.radiantrecovery.com/ they can do the dirty work. Below is a list of natural sweeteners.

Agave Nectar
Raw Honey
Maple Syrup
Rapadura
Stevia Powder
Date Sugar

Let me know, if you need more information on these sweeteners, which for the most part, are low on the Glycemic index...

If you like products which contain High Fructose Corn Syrup, Molasses, Raw Brown Sugar, Turbinado, Sucanat or Florida Crystals, Then you may as well start doing Crack, the results will be the same...

Here's a good recipe for Brussel Sprouts, for the holidays, by Chef Jacquelyn Buchanan N.E.

Oven Roasted Tangerine Brussel Sprouts with Almonds...

This is just a general Idea recipe which does not have amounts, just plan on, one tangerine will feed two.

Start by cleaning and trimming your sprouts, and then, with a paring knife, make a small X on the stem, about 1/4" deep, this will help them cook evenly. Wash and drain.

Heat the oven to 350* cut the tangerines in half, toss with some olive oil and place cut side down in a baking pan. The idea is to caramelize the cut surface, cook until they have some color on that side, about 45 Min's. Mean while blanch your sprouts in chicken stock, drain and add to the tangerines, toss with some salt and pepper, and add some butter, enough to coat everything. Chop up some toasted almonds and sprinkle over the top. Now put the pan back in the oven and cook until tender, about 25 Min's...

Note, you can reuse the chicken stock.

Bon Appetit.