You’ve probably heard that “sugar is bad for you” lecture more than once in your lifetime. Whether from your parents, your doctor, or your dentist, there’s a number of reasons that staying away from sugar can benefit your overall health. However, if you crave sweets and love your sugary treats, it is difficult and unrealistic to expect someone to cut it out from their diet entirely and for the rest of their life. The good news is that there are natural substitutes for sugar, which can help quench any sugar cravings.