Nutrition experts emphasize that the healthiest approach to sweeteners is not about identifying a single "best" option, but rather about reducing the overall amount of sweetness consumed in one's diet. Both natural sweeteners like honey and maple syrup, and zero-calorie alternatives such as stevia and sucralose, present limitations. Natural options offer minimal nutritional benefits compared to their high sugar content, while non-nutritive sweeteners can reinforce cravings for sweet foods and their long-term effects are not fully understood. Registered dietitians Sapna Peruvemba and Rhiannon Lambert advise focusing on whole, nutrient-dense foods, incorporating fiber, protein, and healthy fats, and gradually decreasing reliance on sweeteners, suggesting additions like berries as a healthier way to satisfy sweetness cravings.