Good news! Recent results of two studies conducted by independent laboratories (US and Quebec), and funded by the FPAQ and Agriculture and Agro-Food Canada prove respectively that a 60 ml (1/4 cup) portion of maple syrup holds an antioxidant capacity of 473 and 1131 ORAC units (µmol Trolox), which is comparable to that of a portion of broccoli or a banana.

Considering the recommended daily intake of antioxidants is 3000 to 5000 µmol TE, a portion of maple syrup fulfills 10 to 38% of our daily requirements.

This benefit, combined with the fact that this portion provides good levels of manganese, riboflavin, zinc, magnesium, calcium and potassium, puts maple syrup a step ahead of other common sweeteners such as sugar, raw sugar and corn syrup.


To download the promotional spec sheet about the antioxidant capacity of maple syrup, click here.