<dmrogers218@comcast.net> asked:
>What is coconut sugar please?
Coconut sugar (also known as coco sugar, coconut palm sugar or coco
sap sugar) is produced from the sap of cut flower buds of the coconut palm.
Coconut sugar comes in crystal or granule form, block or liquid. It
is essentially a two-step process.
Coconut sugar is subtly sweet almost like brown sugar but with a
slight hint of caramel.
The Glycemic Index of coconut sugar is 35 and is classified as a low
glycemic index food.
Coconut sugar has gained popularity as a health food and among people
with diabetes. Coconut sugar can be used as a sugar substitute and is
considered safe to use for diabetics.
Wikipedia has some information: <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coconut_sugar>
There are several sellers of coconut sugar on Amazon.com, among other places.
Reggie