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A Delicious Sweetener That Won’t Spike Blood Sugar Levels…
Ojio Yacon Syrup is a thick black amber in color, with a sweet honeyed molasses flavor, with half the calories of sugar. Its low glycemic response is due to fructooligosaccharides (FOS) which do not convert to calories, yet act as a prebiotic. Ojio Yacon Syrup is produced from tubers of the Yacon plant, grown in the Peruvian Andes.
- Low glycemic response
- High prebiotic inulin - 30% FOS
- Organically grown, Non-GMO
- Less net carbs than Agave Nectar
- Less gastrointestinal distress than heavily processed Sugar Alcohols xylitol and erythritol.
What is Yacon?
Yacon is a tuberous root vegetable that has been grown in the Andes of Peru for thousands of years, and is a member of the sunflower family. Yacon roots look similar to a sweet potato, but has a slightly sweet flavor and crispy texture that has been compared to apples, celery, and watermelon. It was traditionally eaten by locals as a crisp and refreshing snack.
Yacon Syrup is a sweetener that has been extracted from yacon roots.
How to use Yacon Syrup
Yacon syrup can be substituted for sugar in your favorite recipes by reducing the amount by 25%. Try 3/4 c of yacon root instead of 1 c of sugar. You may also choose to reduce your wet ingredients by 2 tbls when using yacon syrup in exchange for granular sugar in recipies. Try using yacon root instead of honey or molasses to get a good feel for the versatility and flavor of this all-natural sweetener.