A Natural Sugar

‘Sugar-free’ diets are the latest craze. We hear it all the time, sugar is ‘poison’, cut back on all processed meals, eat only raw foods.

But are ‘whole’ foods completely sugar-free? Most foods contain naturally occurring sugars; it’s the brown and white refined varieties that we should aim to cut back on. Plus, life would be no fun if we had no treats – just make sure you choose the right sweet options.

Maple syrup is a naturally occurring sugar containing fewer calories per teaspoon than honey, plus antioxidants and vitamins. If you want to make that delicious chocolate tart; or fancy a lashing of syrup on your porridge, go ahead, just try to replace the refined sugars with maple syrup products to enjoy guilt-free sweet treat.

Maple syrup products

Did you know?

Québec exports its maple products to more than 50 countries

Everywhere it goes, consumers of all ages appreciate maple’s unique flavour.

Scientists are studying maple’s potential health benefits

Studies now underway include those on the antioxidant properties of the polyphenols naturally present in maple syrup, with a recent study indicating that maple syrup is better for cardiometabolic health than refined sugar.

Maple syrup can be used as a sugar substitute in most recipes

In cake and most dessert recipes, for each 250ml (1 cup) of syrup used, simply reduce the stipulated amount of liquid (water, milk, juice, etc.) by 60ml (1/4 cup).

A natural source of energy

Maple syrup is a natural source of energy. Check out our recipes for food and drinks before, during, and after exercise.