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Maple Syrup vs White Sugar
Per 100g, Maple Syrup has 65g carbs and White Sugar has 100g (GI 54 vs 65). Maple Syrup is the better-quality carb for steadier energy with 40g less sugar and a lower glycemic index.
Maple Syrup is the better-quality carb
Side by side
per 100g| Metric | Maple Syrup | White Sugar |
|---|---|---|
Calories — | 260 | 400 |
Total carbs — | 65g | 100g |
Net carbs — | 65g | 100g |
Fiber Higher wins | 0g | 0g |
Sugar Lower wins | 60g | 100g |
Protein Higher wins | 0g | 0g |
Glycemic index Lower wins | 54 | 65 |
Glycemic load Lower wins | 35.1 | 65 |
Highlighted cell wins each row for carb quality. Values normalised per 100g from USDA reference data.
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