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Does pure maple syrup have high-fructose corn syrup?
Pure maple syrup is simply maple tree sap that’s been boiled down to a thicker consistency. That’s it. If you look at the back of a pancake syrup bottle, you’ll likely find corn syrup and high fructose corn syrup listed as the first two ingredients.
Is maple syrup high in fructose?
Maple syrup is typically about 50-75% sucrose, less than 10% glucose and less than 4% fructose. That’s still a whole lot of sugar. But what those numbers don’t show are the benefits you get from all of the minerals in maple. Maple syrup contains Calcium, Potassium, Iron, Zinc and Manganese.
Is high-fructose corn syrup the same as maple syrup?
The first notable difference has to do with the sources of corn syrup and maple syrup. Corn syrup is derived from cornstarch, which comes from the endosperm of the corn kernel. Maple syrup comes from the maple tree’s sap, which is boiled and reduced to become a sweet and strongly flavored concentrate.
What’s healthier honey or maple syrup?
In summary, honey and maple syrup are healthier options as sweeteners instead of refined sugars. Honey contains more carbohydrates, protein and calories, while maple syrup contains more fats. Honey has higher levels of iron, copper and phosphorus, but maple syrup contains more calcium, potassium, magnesium and zinc.
Why do we use high fructose corn syrup?
Written by Brianna Elliott, RD on November 10, 2016. High-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is a sweetener made from corn starch. It has a similar chemical composition and effect on the body as table sugar. HFCS is commonly used because it’s very cheap, particularly in the US.
Is the sugar in maple syrup glucose or fructose?
Sucrose cannot be absorbed directly into the blood stream but is quickly digested (broken down) into its component sugars. The sugar in maple syrup just like cane or beet sugar is exactly 50% glucose and 50% fructose. Probably maple syrup is better for you because it is very costly. This will limit the amount used.
What’s the difference between real maple syrup and corn syrup?
These have a stronger maple flavor and are usually used for baking, whereas the lighter ones are drizzled directly atop foods like pancakes. When buying maple syrup, make sure to read food labels carefully. This way, you’ll get real maple syrup — not just maple-flavored syrup, which can be loaded with refined sugar or high-fructose corn syrup.
Why is HFCS used as a substitute for maple syrup?
HFCS (and/or standard corn syrup) is the primary ingredient in most brands of commercial “pancake syrup”, as a less expensive substitute for maple syrup. Because of its similar sugar profile and lower price, HFCS has been used illegally to “stretch” honey.