Sugar-Free Snacks: Options and Benefits

Sugar-free snacks are food items that do not contain added sugars, making them a suitable option for individuals looking to reduce their sugar intake.

Sugar-free Snacks FAQ

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Is sugar free a healthy snack?

Just because a snack is “sugar free” does not necessarily mean it is nutritious. For instance, some snacks are naturally free of sugar, like fruit or nuts. These foods provide plenty of nutrients to the diet ad are generally considered a healthy snack option. Other foods are processed and contain sugar substitutes.

Are there sugar-free & no-sugar-added snacks?

Keep reading for 26 nutritionist-approved sugar-free and no-sugar-added snacks that will help you fuel your body right. Meet the experts: Juliana Dewsnap is a registered nutritionist and dietician for Baze. Desiree Nielsen is the author of Eat More Plants and a registered nutritionist.

What is free sugar?

Free sugar is what we call any sugar added to a food or drink. Or the sugar that is already in honey, syrup and fruit juice. These are free because they're not inside the cells of the food we eat. The sugars found in fruit, vegetables and milk don't seem to have a negative effect on our health, and they come with extra nutrients, such as fibre.

What is a healthy snack?

Healthier snack options are those without added sugar, such as fresh or tinned fruit (in juice, not syrup), unsalted mixed nuts, plain popcorn, rice cakes, crackers topped with lower-fat cheese or lower-sugar yoghurts. If you are not ready to give up your favourite flavours, you could start by having less.