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Low Carb Sugar-Free Sweets & Cakes
Artinci was born out of Aarti's and Sumit's (Artinci's founders) abiding love for great-tasting dessert, while helping them stay committed to their health goals as well. As a result, Artinci makes delicious desserts with zero sugar, that are science and evidence-backed.
Aarti and Sumit come from a family of three generations of diabetics. They were themselves diagnosed pre-diabetic in 2012, and right there began a lifelong quest of a healthy, active lifestyle, including healthy swaps in food
Sugar free Sweets & Cakes
- Sugar free Kaju KAtli
- Keto / Sugar free Almond cakes
Sugar-Free Kaju Katli — 60% Premium Cashews, Stevia Sweetened | Artinci
Vanilla & Chocolate Marble Sugar free Cake - Diabetic-Friendly, Keto, Gluten-Free (contains egg)
Aarti Laxman (Founder)
Artinci is founded by Aarti Laxman, a certified Metabolic coach in the Low-Carb Nutrition & Metabolic Health domain from dLife.in, India’s only legally tenable course in this subject—recognized by the NSDC (under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Govt. of India). It’s also internationally accredited by the CPD Standards Office UK, with a global record of 144 CPD hours—the highest for any course of its kind. The accreditation is both nationally valid and globally recognised in over 50+ countries..
Recognition of artinci's journey
Festive Gifting in Artinci
Lowest Sugar spikes. Ever!
We did not stop at taking out just the sugar! Our creations are made with low carb ingredients along with plant based low GI sweeteners to ensure that you enjoy your desserts without worrying about sugar spikes. Read More
Keto, low carb
All our products have atleast 40-80% lower carbs than regular desserts & snacks. We make keto diets easy with specially crafted delicacies while you work on your diet. Read More
lose weight the low carb way!
Weightloss journeys are challenging and whats more challenging are managing cravings. Every Artinci creation is designed as low carb which aids in weightloss. We highly recommend moderation and small portion sizes! Read More
only healthy fats allowed inside :-)
We choose only butter, ghee or cold pressed sunflower oil for our products to ensure that you get high quality good fats only Read More
Let customers speak for us
I am a type 1 diabetic (diagnosed in 2021 as an adult!) who just moved back to India from the US after 7 years. I was so happy and pleasantly surprised to find artinci and absolutely love their products! Favorites are protein laddoo, almond cookies and millet cake. Everything is so good and healthy! India now has no more excuses to move on to healthier, sugar free sweets!
Amazing protein sugar free ladoo. We are addicted to them. Have ordered 20 packets already Awesome filling snack.. Well done, Artinci!!
Amazing protein sugar free ladoo. We are addicted to them. Have ordered 20 packets already Awesome filling snack.. Well done, Artinci!!
It’s an ultimate option for those who are suffering from Diabetes. Also for them, who are doing work out for weight control and need some munching/snacks in evening. Thank you for launching this tasty and healthy product.
The laddoos are awesome just one thing that it can be more soft.
The taste of the sweets are best. My cravings for sweets now can be overcomed as I can eat freely
It was as sweet as sugar! It's hard to believe that it's made with stevia!
Taste and texture was much above expectations and much appreciated.
Your kalajamun and kaju katli and motichoor were super delicious ! Out of the world! Thank you so much for giving a diabetic person this privilege at home ! 🫶🏻 lots of love
Your kalajamun and kaju katli and motichoor were super delicious ! Out of the world! Thank you so much for giving a diabetic person this privilege at home ! 🫶🏻 lots of love
The berry cake was soft n moist..tasted good even more as it was sugar free..so a healthy option for diabetics...
Nice taste and good quality never make us feel that due to diabetes we diprived of of having sweets
Being diabetic, I can say this with absolute confidence that these products I ordered, DID NOT SPIKE MY SUGAR. In fact in a balanced diet, it's ideal. Just a bit pricey for regular orders. Spread Bakeries all over, you definitely have a winning product and it will help reduce costs too. Thank you SharkTank for this wonderful couple..
Being diabetic, I can say this with absolute confidence that these products I ordered, DID NOT SPIKE MY SUGAR. In fact in a balanced diet, it's ideal. Just a bit pricey for regular orders. Spread Bakeries all over, you definitely have a winning product and it will help reduce costs too. Thank you SharkTank for this wonderful couple..
Delicious and also it did not spike my sugar
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Sweeteners
Zero calorie sweeteners created for your beverages, bakes and mithais. We know from experience that one sweetener doesn't fit all the desserts!
Indian Sweets
Discover the perfect blend of sweetness and health with our delicious sugar-free Indian Sweets.
Cookies
These cookies are your best partners for an anytime snack, chai-time or while traveling to work or wherever.
Cakes
Choose from a range of Delicious keto and diabetic friendly cakes. Tea-time has never been better!
All about Sugar and sugar-free
Not all Indian sweets are unhealthy—many traditional desserts can be nutritious when made with natural sweeteners, nuts, whole grains, and minimal refined sugar. Healthier Indian Sweets to Try Here are some Indian sweets that offer better nutritional profiles: Rasgulla – Made from fresh chhena (cottage cheese) and soaked in light sugar syrup, it's not fried and contains about 65–75 calories per piece.recipes.timesofindia Sandesh – A Bengali dessert made from paneer and sweetened with jaggery or stevia; rich in protein and calcium.slurrp Ragi Ladoo – Prepared with finger millet flour, jaggery, ghee, and nuts; rich in calcium, iron, and fiber. Date and Nut Barfi – Naturally sweetened with dates and nuts, no added sugar; high in fiber, iron, and healthy fats. Besan Ladoo (with jaggery) – Made using gram flour, ghee, and jaggery; provides protein, fiber, and minerals like iron.slurrp Gajar ka Halwa (with jaggery) – A winter favorite made with carrots, milk, and ghee; sweetened with jaggery for added minerals.slurrp Tilgul (Sesame-Jaggery Sweet) – A Maharashtra specialty rich in calcium, magnesium, and healthy fats from sesame seeds. Kheer/Payasam (with jaggery or honey) – Traditional milk-based pudding with rice or vermicelli, flavored with cardamom and nuts; use natural sweeteners for better health impact.slurrp Chikki – A brittle made from nuts and jaggery; offers protein, healthy fats, and iron.slurrp Moong Dal Halwa – Made from lentils, milk, and ghee; high in protein and fiber, especially when sweetened with jaggery or honey.slurrp Why These Sweets Are Healthier These sweets are considered healthier because they: Use natural sweeteners like jaggery, honey, dates, or stevia instead of refined sugar. Include nuts and seeds, which provide healthy fats, protein, and minerals.recipes. Are often made with whole grains or lentils like ragi, besan, or moong dal, which are rich in fiber and nutrients. Avoid deep-frying, reducing unnecessary fat and calories.recipes.timesofindia
The Most Unhealthy Indian Sweets – What You Need to Know
Introduction: The Sweet Trap of Indian Mithai Indian festivals and celebrations are incomplete without a box of mithai. But while these treats bring joy, many of them are metabolic bombs. Loaded with sugar, refined flour, ghee, and deep-fried oils, traditional Indian sweets can quickly derail blood sugar control and contribute to long-term health issues like obesity, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease. If you're managing diabetes, trying to lose weight, or simply aiming for better metabolic health, knowing which sweets to avoid—and which to enjoy in moderation—is essential. Top 5 Most Unhealthy Indian Sweets 1. Gulab Jamun – The Syrupy Calorie Bomb Why it's unhealthy: Made from khoya (reduced milk solids), deep-fried, then soaked in sugar syrup Extremely high in saturated fats and simple sugars Causes sharp post-meal glucose spikes and contributes to fatty liver and visceral fathindustantimes+1 Approximate nutrition (per piece, ~50g): Calories: 150–175 kcal Sugar: 15–20g Fat: 8–10g Gulab jamun is often labeled the unhealthiest due to its dual assault of sugar and saturated fat.youtubehindustantimes 2. Jalebi – Fried Flour Soaked in Sugar Why it's unhealthy: Made from refined flour (maida), deep-fried, and drenched in sugar syrup Very high glycaemic load, leading to insulin resistance over time Promotes triglyceride buildup and energy crashes after consumptionhindustantimes+1 Approximate nutrition (per piece, ~40g): Calories: 120–150 kcal Sugar: 18–22g Fat: 5–7g Jalebi's combination of refined carbs and syrup makes it one of the worst offenders for blood sugar control.hindustantimes 3. Mysore Pak – Ghee and Sugar in Every Bite Why it's unhealthy: Prepared with gram flour (besan), excess ghee, and sugar One of the most calorie-dense Indian sweets A single cup can contain over 1,300 kcal, ~83g fat, and ~95g sugarresearchyourfood Approximate nutrition (per 50g piece): Calories: 250–300 kcal Sugar: 20–25g Fat: 15–20g Mysore pak is essentially a block of fat and sugar—delicious but metabolically disastrous.practo+1 Why These Sweets Are So Harmful Most unhealthy Indian sweets share these traits: High in simple carbohydrates → rapid blood sugar spikes Deep-fried in reused oils → trans fats and inflammation Lacking fiber or protein → no satiety, quick hunger return Excessively sugary → insulin resistance, weight gain, fatty liverhindustantimes+1 This combination creates what cardiologists call a "metabolic disaster", fueling early-onset obesity, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease—even in younger populations.hindustantimes Healthier Alternatives for Festive Indulgence You don't have to skip sweets entirely. Try these smarter options: Dates and dry fruit ladoo (made with jaggery or dates, no sugar)youtubehindustantimes Homemade besan ladoo with A2 ghee and organic jaggeryhindustantimes Pistachio-coconut bites sweetened with date puréehindustantimes Roasted nut and seed mix instead of deep-fried namkeenhindustantimes Small portions of traditional sweets, paired with protein/fiber (e.g., nuts, yogurt) to blunt sugar spikes Final Thoughts: Enjoy Mithai Mindfully Indian sweets are culturally significant, but they're not health foods. Knowing which ones are the most harmful—like gulab jamun, jalebi, mysore pak, ladoo, and ghewar—helps you make informed choices.hindustantimes+2 For those managing diabetes or weight, the key is moderation, smarter ingredients, and portion control. Celebrate with joy—but protect your metabolic health.
What Happens If We Eat Sugar Early Morning?
Introduction Many of us start the day with something sweet—chai with sugar, biscuits, parathas with jaggery, or even fruit juice. But what does this do to your body, especially if you're managing diabetes or trying to control blood sugar? Eating sugar on an empty stomach first thing in the morning causes rapid blood glucose spikes, excessive insulin release, energy crashes, and increased cravings. Over time, this habit can worsen insulin resistance and promote fat storage—especially around the belly.youtube What Happens in the Body After Morning Sugar? 1. Blood Sugar Spike and Crash When you consume sugar on an empty stomach, it's absorbed quickly—leading to a sharp rise in blood glucose. Your pancreas responds by releasing a large amount of insulin to bring levels down. This "sugar rollercoaster" often results in fatigue, irritability, and hunger within 1–2 hours. 2. Increased Hunger and Cravings Sugar causes a rapid drop in blood glucose, which triggers the release of ghrelin—the hunger hormone. This makes you crave more carbs or sweets, setting up a cycle of sugar dependence throughout the day. 3. Fat Storage and Weight Gain High insulin levels after a sugary breakfast switch your body into "storage mode." Instead of burning fat for energy, your body stores excess calories as fat—especially visceral fat around the abdomen.autumnellenutritionyoutube 4. Disrupted Hormones and Energy Morning sugar interferes with cortisol (your natural wake-up hormone), leading to energy slumps and mood fluctuations. It can also affect thyroid and sex hormones over time.youtube 5. Liver and Gut Impact A 2025 study highlighted that sugary drinks first thing in the morning may accelerate liver aging by 10 years due to inflammatory stress on liver cells after an overnight fast.journee-mondialeSugar also disrupts gut microbiota balance, promoting harmful bacteria growth, bloating, and poor digestion.msnyoutube Why Is This Worse for People with Diabetes or Prediabetes? For those already struggling with insulin resistance or type 2 diabetes, a high-sugar breakfast worsens glycemic variability, increases HbA1c, and may lead to complications like neuropathy, retinopathy, and cardiovascular risk. Better Breakfast Alternatives (Indian Context) Instead of... Try... Why? Sugary chai + biscuits Masala chai (no sugar) + soaked almonds + boiled chana Protein + fiber slow glucose absorption Sweetened poha/upma Vegetable poha with peanuts + curd Low GI + probiotics Fruit juice Whole fruit (e.g., apple, guava) + nuts Fiber prevents sugar spike Jaggery paratha Multigrain roti + sabzi + curd Balanced macros, low glycemic load Tips to Break the Morning Sugar Habit Start with protein: eggs, paneer, sprouts, or Greek yogurt.eatingwell Add healthy fats: nuts, seeds, ghee in moderation.autumnellenutrition Include fiber: veggies, whole grains, legumes. Stay hydrated: warm water with lemon or herbal tea. Practice mindful eating: chew slowly, avoid distractions. Conclusion Starting your day with sugar may feel good temporarily, but it sets off a chain reaction of metabolic stress, cravings, and energy crashes. For better blood sugar control, sustained energy, and long-term health—especially if you're managing diabetes—choose a balanced, low-GI breakfast rich in protein, fiber, and healthy fats.
What Is a Good Early Morning Blood Sugar?
What Is “Early Morning” Blood Sugar? “Early morning blood sugar” usually means your fasting blood glucose—the level after at least 8 hours without food or caloric drinks (water is fine). This is typically measured: First thing in the morning Before breakfast, tea, coffee with sugar/milk, or medications (unless instructed otherwise) Fasting glucose is a key marker of how well your body controls blood sugar overnight and is used to screen for prediabetes and diabetes. Normal Fasting Blood Sugar Ranges For adults without diabetes, widely accepted ranges are: Normal: 70–99 mg/dL (3.9–5.5 mmol/L) Prediabetes: 100–125 mg/dL (5.6–6.9 mmol/L) Diabetes (diagnostic range): ≥126 mg/dL (≥7.0 mmol/L) on two separate tests These values are from major guidelines and are commonly used in labs and clinics.dexcom+2 In mmol/L (often used outside the US, including India): Normal: ~4.0–5.4 mmol/L Prediabetes: ~5.6–6.9 mmol/L Diabetes: ≥7.0 mmol/Lbhf.org What Is a “Good” Early Morning Sugar If You Have Diabetes? Targets differ for people already diagnosed with diabetes and depend on age, other illnesses, risk of hypoglycemia, and pregnancy status. Commonly used goals (e.g., from the American Diabetes Association) for many non‑pregnant adults with diabetes are: Fasting / before meals: 80–130 mg/dL (4.4–7.2 mmol/L) 1–2 hours after meals: <180 mg/dL (<10.0 mmol/L) Your doctor may set tighter or looser targets based on your situation. Why Early Morning Glucose Can Be Higher: The Dawn Phenomenon Some people notice higher readings in the early morning even if they eat well. Two important concepts: Dawn phenomenon: Hormones (like cortisol and growth hormone) rise in the early morning, increasing liver glucose output and making you more insulin resistant. This can push fasting sugars up. Somogyi effect (rebound): Less common; a low sugar during the night triggers a hormone surge that causes high morning sugar. If your fasting sugars are consistently high, discuss patterns, dinner timing/composition, medications, and possible CGM or overnight testing with your doctor. When to Be Concerned Consider talking to a healthcare professional if you often see: Fasting glucose ≥100 mg/dL (5.6 mmol/L) repeatedly (possible prediabetes/diabetes range) Fasting glucose ≥126 mg/dL (7.0 mmol/L) on more than one occasion Fasting glucose <70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L), especially with symptoms like shakiness, sweating, confusion (possible hypoglycemia) One single high or low reading is not a diagnosis; patterns matter more.clevelandclinic+2