May 2013
A pile of fluffy, golden pancakes is incomplete unless its drizzled with the rich sweetness of real maple syrup. But something that heavenly cannot possibly be good for you, can it? The answer is yes!
March 2013
Maple syrup can be used for so much more than just pancakes, waffles, and French toast. With a little imagination and creativity, you can breathe new life into some other everyday favorites using maple syrup, too. Check out the highlights from this week’s contest for some great cooking ideas.
March 2013
Now that print is dead, maple syrup is officially the greatest thing made by trees.
February 2013
Maple syrup — the sweet, thick liquid that we bury our breakfast treats in — is also excellent for baking. Check out 12 ways Huffington Post suggests to bake with the ingredient.
February 2013
Each season has a sweetness attached to it: something to love, something to savor, something to look forward to when the weather starts changing. In the winter, it’s maple. Food52 lists these 11 recipes from their archives.
February 2013
Runner's World Original Article
One tablespoon of maple syrup has 52 calories – nearly half of the amount in sugar – and provides 30 percent of your daily need for manganese. Read to learn more about the benefits of maple syrup.
December 2012
Maple syrup boosts your liver function, keeps you healthy and reins in your appetite. Read more about the research.
December 2012
Private Label Magazine Original Article
Although maple is paired primarily with pancakes and waffles as syrup during breakfast, there’s no reason maple syrup and other maple products can’t be used to enhance other foods. Luc Bergeron, founder and co-owner of L.B. Maple Treat Corp., Granby, Quebec, suggests ways consumers can incorporate maple into their everyday lives.
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December 2012
Fine Cooking Original Article
Primarily produced in Quebeck and New England, pure maple syrup is the boiled-down sap of sugar maple treets. Pancake syrups (with no real maple) and maple-flavored syrups (with a little bit of maple) are no comparison. True maple syrup has a complex, nuanced sweetness, and it works equally well in savory and sweet dishes. You can find it in supermarkets, and it will keep, refridgerated, … Read More
November 2012
Whether you are a marathoner, a Soul Cycle fanatic or weekend warrior, your workout is only as good as the fuel you put in your body. Read on to hear about an all-natural energy booster that may surprise you – pure maple syrup.
October 2012
Today we are doing a GIVEAWAY with Pure Maple Canada Syrup! PURE Maple syrup is a great quick energy – perfect for PRE WORKOUT! Read to find out more about Maple Syrup benefits.
September 2012
Runner's World Original Article
Every time you walk into a grocery store, you face a daunting task: picking the healthiest, most nutrient-packed foods to fuel your running from thousands of choices. This aisle-by-aisle guide tells you exactly which nutritious (and delicious!) foods you should toss into your cart and which health-food imposteors you should run away from.
September 2012
Running with Perseverance Original Article
I am wary of most food fads, but I was sorting out the swag from Fitbloggin’ when the Canada Maple Syrup brochure caught my attention. I was surprised to see that maple syrup has more of some nutrients than honey, and fewer grams of sugars.
September 2012
Eat on the Run Original Article
When I attended FHBC back in June, I had the privilege of meeting the people who represent Pure Canadian Maple Syrup. I grew up on Aunt Jemima and Hungry Jack syrup, so when I sampled the real stuff, I was blown away. Plus did you know that there are many health benefits to real maple syrup?
September 2012
Rebecca Scritchfield Blog Original Article
I was back on Let’s Talk Live this week sharing a plethora of ways you can naturally fuel your fitness routine. I worked with recipes that are made from Pure Canadian Maple Syrup, which is rich in carbohydrates that provide our bodies the energy we need before workouts.
September 2012
Eating snacks that combine protein and carbohydrates are best for nourishing your muscles the right way. See how Barbara Lewin’s Maple Refueler Shake can be a great post-workout snack.
September 2012
Maple syrup is one of my favorite natural sweeteners and apparently is that of some smart thieves as well who stole a quarter of Quebec’s maple syrup reserves equal to $30.4 million dollars (U.S.). One could surmise that they are in the know about the incredible health benefits of maple syrup.
August 2012
Julie Wilcox Method Blog Original Article
Maple syrup is one of my favorite natural sweeteners. Not only is it super yummy, but pure organic maple syrup also has many health benefits! Before exercising, maple syrup supplies energy in the form of simple carbs. During workouts, the electrolytes in its natural sugars increase stamina. Finally, its high levels of magnesium and zinc help with muscle recovery and replenish the body with nutrients … Read More
July 2012
Step Ahead Nutrition Blog Original Article
When you think of maple syrup, what comes to mind? Pure maple syrup has a lot of nutrition to offer. In fact, Canadian maple syrup may be the next super food, according to researchers from the University of Rhode Island.
July 2012
During the Health and Fitness Bloggers Conference, I got a chance to have a homemade Maple Energy Bar. Here is my take on the recipe.
June 2012
Hungry Runner Original Article
Snack time is the best time! Pure Canada Maple Syrup handed out Maple Energy Snack Squares for an energy boost between lectures at the Fitness and Health Bloggers Conference.
June 2012
5280 (The Denver Magazine) Original Article
Fitness discovery of the week: maple syrup. In its purest form, this sticky, sweet breakfast favorite is a fabulous energy booster with tons of health benefits, like antioxidants, essential nutrients (zinc, iron, potassium, calcium, and manganese, which aids in muscle recovery) and has fewer calories than honey. Try using it in place of sugar in recipes—even in homemade sports energy drinks.
June 2012
The Huffington Post Original Article
After a tough workout at the gym, many people reach for a sports drink. For a lighter workout, you could easily stick to plain water. But if what you’re doing requires a bit of a pick-me-up, there are options beyond sports drinks.
May 2012
Woman's World Original Article
Start your day with a breakfast that includes this sweet topper! It’s an excellent source of manganese, a mineral now study-proven to keep you clear-headed and energized for hours.
May 2012
Cocomama Foods Blog Original Article
If you’re anything like us, you love a little sweet every now and then. But did you know that just because it’s sweet doesn’t mean it needs to be terrible for you? There are several different types of natural sugars like maple syrup that have a lower glycemic index rating and are able to provide the perfect sweetness without the less than desirable effects on … Read More
March 2012
The Portland Press Herald Original Article
Besides its undeniable deliciousness, maple syrup – the genuine article, that is – has all kinds of good things going on, including a boatload of antioxidants.
March 2012
It’s spring, when sap rises and syrup boils all over the Northeast—a good time for tips on how to choose and use this nicest of nectars.
March 2012
Good Housekeeping Original Article
Researchers at the University of Rhode Island recently analyzed maple syrup and found that it contains 54 polyphenols – healthy compounds that may protect agains cancer and diabetes.
February 2012
Good Guy #5: Real Maple Syrup
All types of sweeteners should be used in moderation, but turn to real maple syrup if you want a naturally sweet treat.
January 2012
Dinners, Dishes and Desserts Blog Original Article
I was sent samples of maple syrup from the nice people at Pure Canada Maple Syrup. I was very excited because I love pure maple syrup. The sweetness of the maple syrup works very well with the brown sugar flavored whoopie pie.
January 2012
PIcture-Perfect Meals Blog Original Article
According to the fine folks at Pure Canadian Maple Syrup, who very generously sent us superior samples to try (yum!), not only does maple syrup have greater nutritional value than sugar or honey, but its health benefits are more comprehensive than you might expect.
January 2012
That Skinny Chick Can Bake Blog Original Article
I love the mixture of sweet and salty paired with salmon…so maple syrup with a splash of soy sounded like a wonderful flavor combination. I received samples of pure maple syrup courtesy of The Federation of Quebec Pure Maple Syrup Producers.
January 2012
That Skinny Chick Can Bake Blog Original Article
I had received some wonderful samples of Pure Canadian Maple Syrup…full of antioxidants and absolutely delicious. I used the medium amber in this recipe.
January 2012
Liv Life Blog Original Article
With thanks to Pure Canadian Maple Syrup, who so kindly sent us samples of Grades A and B Pure Maple Goodness, we present to you some of our favorite Maple recipes in addition to a tasty new creation made with the samples – Maple Granola.
January 2012
Curry and Comfort Blog Original Article
I make sure I have maple syrup always stocked in our house. I was happy when the folks at Pure Canadian Maple Syrup sent me some free samples of their outstanding varieties of maple syrup. My kids wanted to eat it straight out of the bottle, but I was determined to use it in a savory dish.
January 2012
Carrots 'n' Cake Blog Original Article
I topped my pancakes with fresh blackberries and maple syrup that the Federation of Quebec Maple Syrup Producers sent me to test out.
December 2011
McCook Daily Gazette Original Article
Whether you invite a few friends for cocktails and snacks, or you’re hosting the whole crowd for a holiday meal, add warmth and richness to special dishes with pure maple syrup from Canada.
December 2011
Women's Health Original Article
If you’re going to have sweeteners, you might as well choose ones that offer extra health perks, such as maple syrup. A group of researchers at the University of Rhode Island discovered that real maple syrup contains 54 antioxidants, 20 of which have known health benefits.
December 2011
ASP member Dr. Navindra Seeram has received considerable publicity this year on several fronts. The ASP Newsletter interviewed Dr. Seeram about his new publication in the Journal of Functional Foods entitled “Quebecol, a novel phenolic compound isolated from Canadian maple syrup.”
November 2011
For a bigger health boost, use pure maple syrup for the potatoes’ glaze: It contains antioxidants and other nutrients that have antibacterial, anti-cancer and possibly anti-diabetic properties, researchers at the University of Rhode Island found.
November 2011
Woman's World Original Article
Pure maple syrup isn’t only the perfect topping for pancakes, waffles, French toast and vanilla ice cream, a new study shows it can help keep you healthy year-round. So far, researchers have discovered it contains 54 beneficial compounds – five of wich were never before seen in nature! – that have potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties shown to fight cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease and bacterial … Read More
October 2011
Vanilla Garlic Blog Original Article
I can’t resist real maple syrup, and I chose to review this product because I truly love it. Two winners who post on the Vanilla Garlic blog will be announced Nov. 1. Prizes are sponsored by The Federation of Quebec Maple Syrup Producers.
October 2011
Liver Support Original Article
Foods that are sweet and sticky usually are not good for you – but real maple syrup has a pleasant surprise in store for anyone concerned with his or her liver’s health.
October 2011
The Sweet Beet Blog Original Article
80% of the world’s maple syrup comes from Canada and 90% of that from Quebec, so who better to be giving away maple syrup to Sweet Beet readers than The Federation of Quebec Maple Syrup Producers.
October 2011
Mother Nature Network Original Article
Researchers found a compound they named Quebecol, a compound created only when sap is boiled to make syrup. “Quebecol has a unique chemical structure or skeleton never before identified in nature,” according to Navindra Seeram of the University of Rhode Island.
September 2011
Women's Health Original Article
File this under surprising nutrition news: University of Rhode Island researchrers examined the chemical makeup of pure maple syrup and found that the sticky stuff contains 54 antioxidants.
September 2011
Get cozy with the Sidewalker from Brooklyn’s Prime Meats and their cocktail of sparkling, golden body of German wheat beer, tweaked with apple cider vinegar, maple syrup and apple brandy.
September 2011
Light or sugar-free maple syrups are usually full of sugar alcohols like Malitol, which can wreak havoc on your digestive system. Pure maple syrup contains nutrients like manganese, riboflavin (B12), and zinc, making it a pretty nutritional sugar alternative.
September 2011
Saveur Magazine Original Article
With fall fast approaching I am no longer craving the usual lineup of summer cocktails: mojitos, margaritas and slushy piña coladas. When I developed the Cherry Maple Leaf, I knew I wanted to create something with a base of brandy and maple syrup, but against all that deep flavor, there was something missing…Cherry Heering.
September 2011
What’s today’s scoop? Bon Appetit’s Blog, “The Daily Digest,” featured maple syrup with a link to the liver study!
September 2011
That’s incredible, maple syrup! Who knew that maple syrup had much benefit at all to begin with??
September 2011
When you need a sweetener, what do you turn to? Pure maple syrup tastes great, and it offers a myriad of health benefits. Here are just a few:
September 2011
Shape Magazine Original Article
The next time you whip up a batch of waffles, put away that bottle of pancake syrup and reach for the pure maple version instead.
September 2011
Environmental Nutrition Original Article
Thanks to new research, scientists have discovered that maple syrup is chock full of unique phytochemicals that may possess health benefits.
August 2011
Ocean Drive Magazine Original Article
The winning drink—a beguiling combination of grapes, tarragon and maple syrup—was concocted by the Viceroy Miami’s Julio Cabrera and dubbed the Iced Grape. Here, he explains the brilliance behind his blend.
August 2011
Creative Loafing Tampa Original Article
The Nor’easter, cooked up at Brooklyn eatery Char No. 4, also happens to use one of my favorite cocktail sweeteners — maple syrup.
August 2011
Wall Street Journal Original Article
The Bar at the Four Seasons hotel claims to have launched the now ubiquitous martini renaissance. So the folks there might have felt it’s time to head in another direction.
July 2011
Tampa Tribune Original Article
You might think there are only so many ways to make hamburgers on the grill. You would be wrong. A recipe for Maple Burgers I found adds a hearty yet sweet flavor to the typical burger recipe.
July 2011
Some foods you eat to stay alive, others you eat because not to would be a crime. Here are those foods worth traveling the world to gorge on. Maple syrup makes the list at #34!
July 2011
Omaha World-Herald Original Article
Lean grilled pork chops, like chicken breasts, have become a favorite for weeknight suppers. This recipe shows how to perk up a platter of grilled chops with tangy-sweet caramelized onions.
July 2011
Associated Press Original Article
Vodka producers these days are exploring new horizons to make unusual and artisanal vodkas. AP features a maple syrup infused cocktail, the Green Mountain.
July 2011
Real Simple’s blog, Simply Stated, uses maple syrup to carmelize favorite nutty toppings.
July 2011
Livestrong.com Original Article
Corn syrup, particularly high-fructose corn syrup, is a popular sweetener manufacturers use in a variety of foods and beverages. Several alternative sweeteners to corn syrup like maple syrup have less health risks and may provide certain health benefits.
July 2011
BakingBusiness.com Original Article
New research suggests maple syrup could help with inflammation, cancer and diabetes.
July 2011
The New York Times Original Article
The New York Times features maple syrup in this delicious and most intriguing sundae.
July 2011
Bobby Flay adds sugar and spice with maple syrup and chipotle to enlighten the Classic corn on the cob.
July 2011
Time Out New York Original Article
Time Out New York Magazine once again uses maple syrup to make these affordable drinks a splash hit.
June 2011
Competitor Magazine Original Article
Is maple syrup the hot new superfood? University of Rhode Island study unveiled 54 beneficial compounds in Canadian maple syrup and properties that could play a role in controlling insulin.
June 2011
Canadians have a lot more to be proud of than just their hockey teams. Here are four more good reasons to cheer for us Canucks.
May 2011
HealthCastle.com Original Article
Everyone seems to be on the lookout for the next big alternative sweetener. Enter maple syrup. Produced naturally with nothing added, it comes from a 100% plant source and is therefore a vegan-friendly sweetener.
May 2011
Yahoo! Lifestyle Original Article
Whether you want to lose weight or boost your health, there are many small changes you can make to your diet to achieve these results. To help cut out the bad stuff without compromising on taste, check out our top 10 healthy food swaps.
May 2011
DiabetesHealth.com Original Article
Meet the latest superfood: maple syrup. Wait a minute…maple syrup? That’s right. Researchers from the University of Rhode Island have discovered that the syrup-produced in the northeastern United States and Canada–contains numerous compounds with real health benefits.
May 2011
Deb's YumYums Original Article
This delicious recipe features Pure Canadian Maple Syrup.
May 2011
Sweat Magazine Original Article (PDF)
A great natural sweetener, there’s more good news about pure maple syrup from the University of Rhode Island (URI). Researchers there identified 54 compounds in maple syrup from Canada, double the amount previously reported.
May 2011
A University of Rhode Island study has discovered 34 new healthful compounds in pure maple syrup. Most of maple syrup’s goodness is in the form of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agents, including phenols such as Quebecol, named after the Canadian city of Quebec, which is in an area of high maple syrup production.
May 2011
Parade Magazine Original Article
54: The number of antioxidant compounds recently identified in pure maple syrup.
April 2011
Seattle Post-Intelligencer Original Article
The combination of butter and maple syrup makes me swoon. How about you?
April 2011
Whole Living Magazine Original Article
While it’s true that maple syrup is delightful all on its own and paired perfectly with pancakes, it also serves as a delicious and healthy sweetener. This recipe is very easy, very decadent, and a delicious way to celebrate the end of sugaring season.
April 2011
Cleveland.com Original Article
Scientists recently discovered 54 antioxidants in maple syrup, twice the amount previously reported. For more, check out the Science Daily coverage.
April 2011
Of all the recipes in the Passover canon, one of the simplest is matzo brei. Top with powdered sugar or maple syrup if you like the sweet side of things, or salt and pepper if you have more savory hankerings.
April 2011
Time Out New York Original Article
Look alive, maple fiends: Tapping season has begun across the Northeast, and in New York, inventive chefs, bartenders and farmers are making the most of the haul. Here’s where to get your fix.
April 2011
MiamiNewTimes.com Original Article
When you ditch the fake Log Cabin stuff for the real McCoy, it will not only taste better, but be better for you.
April 2011
Maple syrup may have potential health benefits, say scientists checking out its antioxidants.
April 2011
TimeHealthland.com Original Article
54 compounds identified in maple syrup that may have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties similar to those found in “superfoods” like blueberries and green tea.
April 2011
DiscoveryNews.com Original Article
Compounds in maple syrup are found to have anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties.
April 2011
TheDaily.com Original Article (PDF)
A new maple syrup study finds that health and wellness grows in trees.
April 2011
Republican-American Original Article
Sweeteners and diabetes usually don’t mix, but maybe one day one sweet-tasting substance, maple syrup, will have an important link to fighting the disease if a Rhode Island researcher’s work continues along its promising path.
March 2011
HeraldNews.com Original Article
The sap has been flowing in maple trees all month, a natural sweetener courtesy of nature’s bounty.
March 2011
Jsonline.com Original Article
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Sweet and earthy, with a pleasing color palette that runs from pale gold to deep chestnut, maple syrup can hold up through a variety of dishes.
March 2011
There is a difference between true maple syrup and maple-flavored syrup.
March 2011
The Portland Press Herald Original Article
The sap is running, so what better time to consider maple drinks? The Portland Press Herald offers both regular and high-test to fuel your spring fever.
March 2011
Salt Lake Tribune Original Article
Sweeteners are one ingredient where moderation can make a big difference. While the massive amount of high-fructose corn syrup consumed by many people isn’t a great choice, a more moderate amount of natural sweeteners can be a wonderful complement to a healthy diet.
March 2011
WallStreetJournal.com Original Article
With a glut of nature’s most bewitching sweetener headed our way, it’s high time to break maple out of its brunch hour rut.
March 2011
WallStreetJournal.com Original Article
Despite its breakfast-y nature, this amber-colored goodness has been used to sweeten cocktails since the olden days.
March 2011
Saveur Magazine Original Article (PDF)
Features Canadian maple syrup as the world’s premier maple syrup producing country, details the different grades, includes beautiful anecdotes on the sugar shack culture, and proves that maple syrup is truly a versatile ingredient for all types of cooking.
March 2011
Saveur Magazine Original Article (PDF)
Mixologist Brad Farran notes that “maple lends flavor, richness, and nostalgia” and that “the syrup adds depth.”
January 2011
If you’re looking for a cocktail to add to your Winter repertoire, learn how to make a maple Manhattan!
January 2011
Celebrities: They bring their significant others to awkward family Thanksgiving dinners just like us! Taylor Swift and Jake Gyllenhaal sipped lattes; Kim Kardashian brought home Halle Berry’s ex; Lindsay Lohan saw an old flame. … Read More
January 2011
Despite well-timed seasonal drink promotions at nationwide coffee chains, I couldn’t help but notice that Winter beverages are looking less-than-creative this year. Now that peppermint mochas and pumpkin spice lattes are household phrases, what’s the new flavor of the month?
New couple Taylor Swift and Jake Gyllenhaal might have the answer: maple lattes. In the past … Read More
