Organic Maple Sugar
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What is Maple Sugar?
Maple sugar is a natural sweetener sourced mainly from sugar maple trees.
How is Maple Sugar Made?
Sap is collected from sugar maple trees in the late winter or early spring. The sap is then boiled down to make maple syrup. The syrup is then boiled down until the water evaporates and only the sugar remains.
Benefits of Maple Sugar
- Sugar maple is a good source of minerals like potassium, calcium, zinc, and manganese.
- Maple sugar is a more natural sweetener compared to refined white sugar.
Common Ways to Use Maple Sugar
Baking: Maple sugar is a great sugar replacement
Beverages: Maples sugar is also a great beverage sweetener, and the extra minerals help support electrolyte balance.
Safety Concerns
The only safety concern is in regard to sugar. If you are diabetic or have issues with sugar, then you should be considerate of your maple sugar consumption.
Drug Interaction: None
Breastfeeding and Pregnancy: Safe
Select Studies about maple sugar
This analysis of maple sugar discusses the nutritional content and the safety and quality control of manufacturing it.
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