If you’re like me, desserts are a big part of your life. But, with all the news about sugar being bad for you, it can be hard to know how to find that sweet treat without feeling guilty afterwards. I have great news: there are plenty of healthy desserts out there that won't leave you feeling guilty! In this post I'll teach you how to make fruit your go-to dessert choice and introduce some simple ways to make this new habit stick.

Fruit is naturally sweet and has a lot of fiber to keep you fuller for longer.

Fruit is naturally sweet and has a lot of fiber to keep you fuller for longer. It's low in calories and high in vitamins and minerals, making it an excellent choice for dessert. Fruit also contains less fat than other desserts, so if you're watching your weight, fruit will be a healthier dessert option.

Fruits contain pectin--a type of soluble fiber that helps lower cholesterol levels by binding bile acids in the digestive tract. This results in lower blood cholesterol levels over time (1). In addition to this benefit, fruits are also rich sources of antioxidants such as vitamin C (2) which may protect against certain cancers (3).

Fruit desserts are healthy for you, especially when compared to candy and other sweets.

Fruit is a great dessert option because it's healthy and easy to find.

Fruit is naturally sweet, but not as sweet as candy. It's also high in fiber and vitamins, which means that you'll feel full after eating fruit instead of craving another sweet treat later on. Fruit can be eaten fresh or cooked into pies, tarts, jams and jellies--it's up to you!

Dessert-inspired fruit salads can be just as satisfying as traditional desserts.

Fruit salads are a great way to get your recommended daily intake of fruit, and they're easy to make. You can customize your fruit salad with different combinations of fruits or even use up leftover fruit from other recipes.

Fruit salads are also a good way to use up fruit that's about to go bad--for example, if you buy too much at the store because it was on sale!

Fruit pairs well with cheese.

• Cheese and fruit are a classic combination. The sweet-and-salty flavor contrast can be incredibly appealing, especially when you're looking for a dessert that's not overly rich or sugary.

• A sampling of cheese paired with some of your favorite fruits--strawberries and peaches, pears and blue cheeses--is a great way to get your daily dose of calcium (a key component in maintaining healthy bones). Plus, it tastes delicious!

• If you want even more calcium in your diet but don't want to commit yourself to an entire chunk of cheese (or if you're simply trying not to eat too much dairy), try garnishing fruit desserts with slices of hard cheese instead: It looks beautiful on top of cakes or pies and adds just enough savory flavor without overpowering everything else on your plate.*

You don't have to give up sugar entirely!

You don't have to give up sugar entirely! Fruit is the best sweetener, and it contains fiber, which helps keep you fuller for longer. Fruit is also a healthier option than candy or other sweets. Dessert-inspired fruit salads are just as satisfying as traditional desserts--and they're so easy to make!

You can find fruit at any grocery store or farmers market, so there's no excuse not to try this approach.

Conclusion

There are lots of ways to enjoy sugar, and fruit is one of the best. It's easy to find, affordable and healthy for you. The key is to make sure that you don't overdo it with these treats. You can still indulge in your favorite desserts without feeling guilty about it!