https://www.lowcarbbutyum.com/blog daily 0.75 2026-03-24 https://www.lowcarbbutyum.com/blog/carrot-cake monthly 0.5 2026-03-24 https://www.lowcarbbutyum.com/blog/the-best-natural-sweeteners-on-the-market monthly 0.5 2025-09-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67128a8d1e324f2b1d96327a/1731448581631-L373BD3QXBAMI6RLFO21/_MG_0360.JPG The Low Carb Edit - The BEST Natural Sweeteners on the Market - Sweeteners!!! Life is just better when it’s sweet, isn’t it? I’ve always had a major sweet tooth, and discovering healthy, natural sweeteners has been a game-changer. Don’t get me wrong—I love savory foods too—but a life without dessert? No thank you. The best part is, you don’t have to rely on artificial sweeteners forever. I’ve found some amazing natural options that don’t spike my blood sugar, and I can’t wait to share them with you! 1. Allulose Allulose is a natural sweetener found in figs, molasses, and other fruits. It has the same chemical formula as fructose, but its structure is slightly different. That means our bodies don’t metabolize it like sugar—it passes through more like fiber without raising blood sugar levels. You can buy pure allulose online, or find blends with other sweeteners at most grocery stores. 2. Stevia Stevia is a plant-based, calorie-free sweetener made from the leaves of the Stevia Rebaudiana plant. It’s been used for centuries and is much sweeter than sugar, so you only need a little. You’ll often see it in liquid drops or blended into powdered sweetener mixes. 3. Monk Fruit Monk fruit is another natural, zero-calorie sweetener, originally from China. Some people find it works perfectly for them, though for me it’s a bit inconsistent—sometimes it affects my glucose, sometimes it doesn’t. But when it’s blended with other sweeteners (especially in products from ChocZero), my numbers stay steady. It’s a great option to try! 4. Inulin Inulin is a type of prebiotic fiber that supports gut health and digestion. Chicory root is one of the richest sources, and it also helps improve nutrient absorption and insulin resistance. I especially love the chicory root inulin blends from LC Foods—they’re fantastic! 5. Erythritol Erythritol is a sugar alcohol that stimulates the sweet receptors on your tongue without raising blood sugar. My body tolerates it well, though in larger amounts I notice a cooling or metallic taste. On its own, it’s not my favorite, but in blends it works beautifully and digests easily for me. Sweeteners I Avoid Not every sweetener works for me, and these are the ones I generally stay away from: Maltitol – Tastes good and cheap to produce, but often causes major digestive upset. Aspartame – Found in diet sodas. I’ll admit I still have one occasionally, but I know it’s not the best choice. Xylitol – Tastes fine but doesn’t sit well with my stomach, and it’s dangerous for pets. Maltodextrin – Highly processed and can spike blood sugar just like regular sugar. Sucralose – Better than some options, but still artificial and raises my levels more than the natural sweeteners do. Honey, Agave, Coconut Sugar, Maple Syrup, Dates, and High-Sugar Fruits – Delicious, but too high in natural sugars for me. I mainly use fruit only to treat low blood sugar episodes. Final Thoughts Finding the right sweetener is such a personal journey—everyone’s body reacts differently. For me, the best options are allulose, stevia, monk fruit blends, inulin, and erythritol. With these, dessert is absolutely back on the table—hallelujah! https://www.lowcarbbutyum.com/blog/living-a-low-carb-lifestyle-with-diabetes-1 monthly 0.5 2025-09-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67128a8d1e324f2b1d96327a/8f0c0350-eb06-4aed-9a7b-0e60c0b9c313/_MG_4877.JPG The Low Carb Edit - Living a Low Carb Lifestyle with Diabetes - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.lowcarbbutyum.com/blog/living-a-low-carb-lifestyle-with-diabetes monthly 0.5 2025-09-17 https://www.lowcarbbutyum.com/blog/hello monthly 0.5 2025-09-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67128a8d1e324f2b1d96327a/9e6a0a67-8fc1-4211-92ac-c307eb5ba65a/head.jpg The Low Carb Edit - Hello! - Welcome to my little corner of the web! My name is Lindsay and I am a Type 1 diabetic mom with a major LOVE of food! After testing and sampling hundreds of recipes and finding the best sweeteners & gluten substitutes out there, I am excited to share these favorite recipes of mine with you! I wanted to culminate the success of my 8 years on a low carb/keto diet, 18 years of battling Type 1 Diabetes and 38 years of being a major foodie! All of these recipes are based on old favorites with a few ingredient tweaks that make a huge difference in the way my body processes them. So let’s do it. Let’s kick sugar, once and for all. There are better ingredients out there! If you’re ready to seriously lower your carb intake, but still love to eat cake, brownies, ice cream, cupcakes, cheesecake, waffles, toast, sandwiches, cookies & other sweet treats, you’re in the right place. It is possible to enjoy what you eat and keep your weight off, long-term. And if you’re like me, the only diet you’ll ever stick with has to include desserts! First things first, you should know that I am not a professional baker or nutritionist. I’m a busy mom with a full-time job and very active kids! And I love it that way! I also don’t eat perfectly all the time but I do try very hard to stay on track. My life is much easier and I feel so much better when I do. With my chronic illness, I’ve had to figure out ways to thrive while paying close attention to my body’s abilities and weak spots. I have learned that you don’t have to compromise taste and flavor to get your health under control and flatten your glucose spikes! Even if you don’t want to count carbs or macros, I promise that this way of eating will help your overall health. Due to my diagnosis, I’ve been reading labels and counting carbs for a very long time, so this transition was fairly easy for me. But I also knew that this lifestyle change had to be lifelong, and that meant that I would not be giving up dessert. Best of luck on your health journey & I hope you find some ways to improve your health today and find some new favorite treats to add to your repertoire! You can also find me on Instagram @lowcarb.yum for more everyday recipes and sweets! Love, Lindsay https://www.lowcarbbutyum.com/trial-recipes daily 0.75 2025-10-07 https://www.lowcarbbutyum.com/trial-recipes/cookiebars monthly 0.5 2025-09-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67128a8d1e324f2b1d96327a/1737149789924-09B0MQ1Q5RUJY0DT7QT6/_MG_1920.JPG Recipes - Cookie Bars - Chewy, gooey, and packed with flavor, these keto-friendly cookie bars are the perfect low-carb twist on a classic favorite. Ingredients: 1/2 C Nut Butter 1/4 C Melted Butter 1/2 C Sweetener 1 Egg 1 t Vanilla 1/2 C Almond Flour 1 Scoop Vanilla Protein Powder 1 t Baking Soda 1/2 t Cinnamon Chocolate Chips, optional Directions: Mix all ingredients together to make a thick batter. Flatten into a parchment paper-lined 8x8 pan and bake at 350 for 22-24 minutes. You can also substitute any protein brand and flavor that you love. My favorite protein powder flavors to use are Gingerbread, Chocolate Toffee, Pumpkin Spice, Snickerdoodle, Vanilla & Chocolate! Alternatives: Another similar idea/recipe is to make cookie dough bark! The ingredients are very similar and simple and you don’t have to bake a thing! These ones are dairy-free and everybody loves them! Just mix: 3/4 C Cashew Butter 1/4 C Sugar-Free Maple Syrup 1 t Vanilla 1 C Almond Flour 1/4 C Psyllium Husk Powder (or flax meal works too) 1/2 C Sugar-Free Chocolate Chips (I love “Bake Believe” brand) Mix those ingredients all together and flatten into an 8x8 pan atop parchment paper. Set in the fridge while you melt the next two ingredients: 1 C Sugar-Free Chocolate Chips 1 T Coconut Oil Melt in two 30-second increments, stirring in between and pour atop the cooled dough. Refrigerate for an hour or so and then slice to enjoy! https://www.lowcarbbutyum.com/trial-recipes/oreotruffles monthly 0.5 2025-09-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67128a8d1e324f2b1d96327a/1737061431871-WQEP1W4ML5FZDO7WL90L/_MG_4276.JPG Recipes - Oreo Truffles - Such a perfect little dessert! Easy and quick as well! Ingredients: 8 oz Cream Cheese 4 T Heavy Cream 1/3 C Sweetener 1/2 Scoop Cookies & Cream Protein Powder 2 T Black Cocoa 1/2 C Crushed Keto Oreos (Highkey brand) 2 Cups SF White Chocolate (melted with 1 T Coconut Oil) Directions: Blend all ingredients together but the white chocolate and chill for 30 min so it’s easier to roll into balls. Freeze the balls for about a half an hour and then cover in melted white chocolate! Cool on parchment paper and keep refrigerated! Enjoy! https://www.lowcarbbutyum.com/trial-recipes/raspberrycheesecakebrownies monthly 0.5 2025-09-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67128a8d1e324f2b1d96327a/82ad1efd-d509-4376-af85-b90d5fb40037/_MG_9450.JPG Recipes - Raspberry Cheesecake Brownies - These brownies come together easily with a keto-friendly brownie mix as the base—I especially love the Duncan Hines and Birch Benders versions. Simply prepare the mix according to the package directions and set aside to cool. Then, whip up the cream cheese layer with the ingredients below for the perfect creamy swirl on top. Ingredients: 1/2 C Heavy Cream 8 oz Softened Cream Cheese 1 C Sweetener 1 t Vanilla Blend together well and spread atop the chilled brownie mix. Top with raspberries and to make it even better, make some homemade berry jam! Jam Ingredients: 2 C Berries of choice 1 T “No-Sugar Added” Pectin* 1/3 C Sweetener of choice Directions: In a saucepan, bring all ingredients to a boil. Smash the berries and simmer on medium heat for 5-10 minutes. Chill and serve. Freeze or use within 2 weeks of refrigerating. *Can substitute pectin for 2 T gelatin. Enjoy! https://www.lowcarbbutyum.com/trial-recipes/crispychickentenders monthly 0.5 2025-09-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67128a8d1e324f2b1d96327a/437981b6-1e91-45ba-8218-1e2e710ce39b/_MG_2476.JPG Recipes - Crispy Chicken Tenders Ingredients: 1 C Ranch or Italian Flavored Pork Rind Crumbs 1 Egg 2 T Mayo 2 T Dijon Mustard 2 T Almond Flour Salt & Pepper Garlic & Onion Salt or any other seasonings you’d like! Approximately 8 Small Chicken Tenders Directions: Preheat oven to 390 degrees and spread the pork rind crumbs onto a cooking sheet. Spray with oil and toast them up for about 5 minutes. When done, pour into a bowl and set aside. In another bowl, combine the rest of the ingredients. Add in the chicken strips, coating well. Then, using tongs, coat those chicken tenders with the pork rind crumbs and place on a lined baking sheet. Bake at 390 for 15-20 minutes and enjoy! https://www.lowcarbbutyum.com/trial-recipes/basiccheesecake monthly 0.5 2025-09-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67128a8d1e324f2b1d96327a/feba7da0-49d3-4c2c-a5ad-e95dd778572a/_MG_4960.jpg Recipes - Basic Keto Cheesecake Crust: 1 C Almond Flour 1/4 C Coconut Flour 3 T Melted Butter 4 T Sweetener 1 t Vanilla 1 t Cinnamon Filling: 3/4 C Heavy Cream 16 oz Softened Cream Cheese 1 C Powdered Sweetener 2 T Sour Cream 1 T Lemon Juice for more tart lovers & 1 T Vanilla for a sweeter taste! Instructions: For the crust, combine all ingredients and flatten into a pie tin. Bake at 350 for 10-12 minutes and cool. For the filling, whip together the cream to soft peaks & then add in the remaining ingredients. Blend until smooth and pour into the cooled crust. Chill for a bit longer and serve! Delicious! Notes: I only use that crust recipe if I don’t have access to my favorite HighKey cookies! Many Walmarts carry them, and when I can get my hands on them, I use them to make a much easier crust by combining: 2 Bags of Crushed HighKey Snickerdoodles 3 T Butter Melt butter and combine with cookies, spread into pie tin & baked at 350 for 10 minutes. Cool before filling! https://www.lowcarbbutyum.com/home daily 1.0 2025-10-10 https://www.lowcarbbutyum.com/store daily 0.75 2025-10-10 https://www.lowcarbbutyum.com/store/p/country-feast-set-3nybt-mr4sg monthly 0.5 2026-01-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67128a8d1e324f2b1d96327a/0b35bfc6-72d7-48f1-b015-3efa12599378/covercopy.jpg Get the Low Carb Yum Cookbook - Low Carb Yum Cookbook - covercopy.jpg