Sugar Beet Syrup
Sugar beet syrup is a concentrated sweetener composed primarily of sucrose and other sugars. As an added sugar, it contributes to total caloric intake and may increase risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes, and dental caries when overconsumed.
What it is
Concentrated syrup made by boiling down sugar beet juice.
Sweetener and flavoring with caramel-like notes.
Why it's flagged
- Added sugar - contributes to caloric intake
- Dental caries risk
- Spikes blood glucose
What regulators actually say
"Limit foods and beverages higher in added sugars... Less than 10 percent of calories per day from added sugars."
"Added sugars include sugars that are added during the processing of foods... and includes sugars from syrups and honey."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Sugar is GRAS; added sugar disclosure required on Nutrition Facts label
European Union — EFSA
Permitted; nutrition labeling required
Scan it before you buy it
Get Ube on iOS or Android — point at any barcode, see what's actually in there.
Get the app