Cutting down on sugar and reducing it's intake is very much important to carry out a good health and physique. You cannot completely avoid the intake of sugar though as you could always substitute them in your diet. Here are some common and healthy food substances for sugar namely:

1. Honey
Substituting sugar with that of honey is definitely an advantage and it has got many benefits too. Many famous nutritionists and dietitians have come out with a conclusion that, honey helps in preventing cough and cold, it also helps strengthen heart and does blood purification too. You could lose your weight in great deal if you consume a spoon of honey with lemon in a slightly warm water early in the morning will aid in weight loss. Honey is not acidic in nature so it could be used by everyone. Add a spoon of honey in beverages and desserts instead of sugar and other confectioneries.

2. Jaggery
Jaggery is rich in iron and you could add it with your cup of coffee, tea instead of adding sugar. Consumption of honey on a daily basis can help maintain the haemoglobin level in the blood without accelerating the risk of diabetes. It's also rich in potassium, and hence, reduces water retention in the body. Jaggery also acts as a catalyst, activating the digestive enzymes in our body," as per some eminent health experts.

3. Dates
Dates naturally taste very sweet and thus are a great way to sweeten desserts. Dates contain vitamin B6, vitamin A, potassium and calcium. Use dates in puddings, bars and date balls with nuts and coconut.