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Glucose Syrup Nutrition

May 31, 2011 | By Brian Willett
Glucose Syrup Nutrition
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Glucose syrup is a thick liquid that can be used as a substitute for dry sugar in some recipes as it is high in sugar. Glucose syrup may provide a quicker surge of energy than other types of sugars, such as fructose, or fruit sugar, and sucrose, or table sugar. This is because glucose is the form of sugar your body uses for energy, and thus it does not need to be broken down further like other sugar types.

Calories

Glucose syrup is calorie-dense, as a 1-tbsp. serving provides 81 calories. This amount comprises 4 percent of the daily suggested intake of 2,000 calories, and is more than double the amount provided by 1 tbsp. of table sugar, only 35 calories. If you wanted to burn off the calories in 1 tbsp. of glucose syrup, you could do so by performing water aerobics for 17 minutes or playing basketball for nine minutes.

Fat

Glucose syrup does not provide any dietary fat. While this is beneficial because it makes the calorie content lower, it is detrimental for other reasons, as dietary fat aids in nutrient absorption and promotes feelings of fullness.

Carbohydrates

Glucose syrup is rich in carbohydrates, with 22 g in each tbsp. Of these carbohydrates, none come from fiber, a nutrient that promotes satiety, while 7 g come from sugar. Carbohydrates are beneficial because they provide energy, but too much sugar can be harmful, as sugar does not provide nutritional value, just calorie. In addition, regularly consuming too much sugar may increase your risk of heart disease.

Protein

Glucose syrup does not provide any protein. Protein is an essential nutrient that provides structure to your body's cells and tissues. Proteins are also involved in the synthesis and release of hormones.

Vitamins and Minerals

Glucose syrup does not provide any vitamins or minerals.

References

Article reviewed by Knuckles Last updated on: May 31, 2011

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