Nutrition of Maple

The Federation of Quebec Maple Syrup Producers (FPAQ)

The Federation of Quebec Maple Syrup Producers (FPAQ)

Standard Supplier 26th October 2015
The Federation of Quebec Maple Syrup Producers (FPAQ)

Nutrition of Maple

Pure Canadian maple syrup sourced from the maple tree not only tastes better than processed sweeteners made from corn syrup, it is also better for you.

Based on research by the Canadian Nutrient File (Health Canada), maple syrup’s nutritional value is superior to other common sweeteners, such as honey, sugar, and even brown sugar.

The calories in maple syrup are lower than in corn syrup and honey, averaging about 50 calories per tablespoon.

NUTRITIONAL VALUE

Maple syrup is an excellent source of manganese, which plays an important role in energy production and antioxidant defences, and is necessary for normal brain and nerve function. A 60ml portion of maple syrup contains 100% of the recommended daily intake of manganese.

The sweetener provides 37% of the recommended daily intake of riboflavin, which aids in the metabolic process.

Pure maple syrup also contains 18% of the recommended daily intake of zinc, which is essential for a healthy immune system.

Other minerals found in maple syrup are magnesium, calcium and potassium, decreasing the risk of hypertension or stroke.

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