Agave syrup
Other names agave nectar
Agave syrup: high in FODMAPs and fructose. If you're sensitive to any of these, check it against your profile before eating.
Intolerances
- FODMAPsHigh
Agave syrup is the highest-fructose sweetener in common use - often 70 to 90 percent. Its selling point is a low glycaemic index, and that is the same fact stated approvingly: it is low-glycaemic BECAUSE it is fructose rather than glucose. On this axis that is the problem, not the feature.
Sources· 1
- USDA FoodData Central, the national nutrient database, queried for the sugar profile
- FructoseFODMAPsHigh
Agave syrup is the highest-fructose sweetener in common use - often 70 to 90% fructose, far more than table sugar. Its low glycaemic index is exactly that fact restated, and it is not an advantage on this axis.
- Histamine (+liberators / DAO inhibitors)None
- TyramineNone
- SalicylateNone
- SucroseNone
- LactoseFODMAPsNone
- OligosaccharidesFODMAPsNone
- SorbitolFODMAPsNone
- NickelNone
- OxalatesNone
- GlutenNo
Intolerance levels are based on our documented scientific sources. See sources →
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Frequently asked questions
Which intolerances does agave syrup affect?
Agave syrup is notable for FODMAPs and fructose. Clear on histamine, tyramine, salicylate, sucrose, lactose, oligosaccharides, sorbitol, nickel, oxalates and gluten.
Does agave syrup contain FODMAPs?
Yes — agave syrup is high in FODMAPs. Agave syrup is the highest-fructose sweetener in common use - often 70 to 90 percent. Its selling point is a low glycaemic index, and that is the same fact stated approvingly: it is low-glycaemic BECAUSE it is fructose rather than glucose. On this axis that is the problem, not the feature.
Does agave syrup contain fructose?
Yes — agave syrup is high in fructose. Agave syrup is the highest-fructose sweetener in common use - often 70 to 90% fructose, far more than table sugar. Its low glycaemic index is exactly that fact restated, and it is not an advantage on this axis. Amounts vary by brand and recipe, so always check the label of the exact product.
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