Pure maple syrup good for health | Japan Herald

Pure maple syrup good for health

Japan Herald (ANI) Monday 22nd March, 2010

The next time you gorge on that French toast, waffles or pancakes, don't forget to take an extra helping of maple syrup, for that will sure boost your health, say scientists.

University of Rhode Island researcher Navindra Seeram, who specializes in medicinal plant research, has found more than 20 compounds in maple syrup from Canada that have been linked to human health, and 13 of these compounds are newly discovered.

In addition, eight of the compounds have been found in the Acer (maple) family for the first time.

Several of these anti-oxidant compounds newly identified in maple syrup are also reported to have anti-cancer, anti-bacterial and anti-diabetic properties.

Serge Beaulieu, president of the Federation of Quebec Maple Syrup Producers, said Seeram's lab is but one in an expanding multi-national network of research facilities dedicated to the study of maple products from Canada.

"We are proud that our producers are generously supporting this research, bringing to light a greater understanding of the gastronomic and health benefits of maple products. It is not just for Canada, but for the welfare of consumers around the world," said Beaulieu.

Genevieve Beland, federation marketing director, said the group has learned that maple products are much more than sugars with only calories to contribute.

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