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Agave Syrup
Agave Syrup
Also known as: agave nectar
Moderate concern
Counts as added sugar under FDA labeling rules. Despite a low glycemic index, agave syrup is unusually high in fructose; high-fructose intake is linked to increased triglycerides and hepatic fat in some studies.
Found in
4,449 products
What it is
Sweetener produced by hydrolyzing inulin from agave plants (Agave tequilana, A. salmiana) into a high-fructose syrup (~70–90% fructose).
Sweetener; very high relative sweetness, fluid texture.
Why it's flagged
- very high fructose content
- counts as added sugar
What regulators actually say
"Consuming too many added sugars can contribute to health problems such as weight gain and obesity, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS as a sweetener; labeled as added sugar.
European Union — EFSA
Authorized food ingredient.
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