{"title":"Yacon Syrup","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"organic-traditions-yacon-syrup","title":"Organic Traditions Organic Yacon Syrup, Natural Plant Based Prebiotic Low Glycemic Sweetener","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOrganic Traditions Yacon Syrup Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic Traditions Yacon Syrup\u003c\/strong\u003e is a low-glycemic natural sweetener made from the root of the yacon plant — a tuber indigenous to the Peruvian and Bolivian Andes, prized since the Incan civilization. The sweetness comes primarily from fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS), a type of prebiotic dietary fiber the body doesn't metabolize for energy. That means a sweetener that supports beneficial gut bacteria growth without spiking blood sugar. Cold mechanically extracted with no heat, solvents, or chemicals — preserving the natural enzymes and prebiotic content. Light amber colour with a delicate, sweet, slightly molasses-like flavour. Certified organic, gluten-free, kosher, vegan, raw, non-GMO. Available in 100ml or 250ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"vitamart-trust-strip\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamins Lowest Prices\u003c\/strong\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/pages\/low-price-guarantee\"\u003eLowest Price in Canada — Guaranteed\u003c\/a\u003e | Ships from Ontario across Canada\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrganic Traditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePure cold-pressed yacon root syrup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey compounds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFructo-oligosaccharides (FOS) prebiotic fiber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlycemic impact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow glycemic — minimal blood sugar impact\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSweetness vs sugar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLess sweet than refined sugar; mild molasses-like flavour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100ml or 250ml bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCertified organic, kosher, vegan, raw, gluten-free, non-GMO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTea, coffee, oatmeal, yogurt, baking, drizzling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Organic Traditions Yacon Syrup Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople managing blood sugar (diabetes, prediabetes, insulin resistance) wanting a sweetener that won't spike glucose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults on low-glycemic diets, ketogenic-adjacent eating, or sugar-conscious approaches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople wanting prebiotic gut support built into a sweetener\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone reducing refined sugar intake who still wants real sweetness (not artificial sweeteners or stevia)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealth-focused families wanting an alternative to honey, maple syrup, or agave\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople with gut health goals — FOS feeds beneficial bacteria like Bifidobacteria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdults curious about traditional Andean foods or rare superfood ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho this product is NOT for:\u003c\/strong\u003e People with IBS or FODMAP sensitivity — FOS is high in FODMAPs and commonly triggers digestive symptoms (gas, bloating, loose stools). Start small and assess tolerance. People with SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) should avoid FOS-based products. If you want a sweetener that tastes like refined sugar or honey, yacon's milder, molasses-like flavour may disappoint — it has its own character. Diabetics should still monitor blood glucose carefully and work with their healthcare practitioner; low-glycemic doesn't mean zero-impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVitamart's Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganic Traditions Yacon Syrup is a plant-based sweetener made from the root of the yacon plant. It’s low-glycemic and a natural source of prebiotic fibre, making it a useful option if you’re trying to reduce refined sugar while still wanting real sweetness. It has a mild, slightly molasses-like flavour and is certified organic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Yacon Syrup Compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eYacon Syrup vs Honey or Maple Syrup\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoney and maple syrup are mid-to-high glycemic — they spike blood sugar similarly to refined sugar. Yacon syrup is low-glycemic because the sweetness comes from FOS (prebiotic fiber) rather than sucrose or fructose. Honey has its own benefits (antimicrobial, polyphenols); maple syrup has minerals; yacon has the FOS prebiotic effect. Different niches — yacon is the choice for blood-sugar-conscious sweetening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eYacon Syrup vs Agave Nectar\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgave nectar was marketed as low-glycemic, but it's high in fructose, which has its own metabolic concerns (liver processing, lipid effects). Yacon is genuinely low-glycemic with prebiotic benefit instead of high fructose load. For people who chose agave thinking it was a healthier sugar alternative, yacon is the better-targeted upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eYacon Syrup vs Stevia or Monk Fruit\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStevia and monk fruit are zero-calorie, zero-glycemic sweeteners with no effect on gut bacteria — simple alternatives that provide intense sweetness without nutritional impact. Yacon provides real liquid sweetener function with prebiotic benefit, but it has actual calories (just lower than sugar) and FOS can cause digestive issues. Different tools: stevia\/monk fruit for zero-calorie needs, yacon for liquid-sweetener function with prebiotic upside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eYacon Syrup vs Inulin or Standalone FOS Supplements\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandalone FOS or inulin supplements provide concentrated prebiotic fiber in capsule or powder form — the targeted approach if your goal is just the gut benefit. Yacon syrup gives you FOS in a sweetener you'll actually use, integrating gut support into daily food use. If you want the prebiotic without the sweetener function, supplements are more concentrated. If you want both in one product, yacon delivers it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat FOS Actually Does (And Why It Matters)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFructo-oligosaccharides (FOS) are prebiotic fibers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Short-chain carbohydrate molecules made of fructose units. The human digestive system doesn't have the enzymes to break them down, so they pass through to the colon intact — where beneficial gut bacteria love them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBifidobacteria specifically thrive on FOS.\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the most-studied prebiotic effects is Bifidobacteria growth promotion. These are among the most beneficial gut bacteria for immune function, vitamin synthesis, and barrier integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShort-chain fatty acid production.\u003c\/strong\u003e When gut bacteria ferment FOS, they produce short-chain fatty acids (especially butyrate) — the main fuel source for colon cells, with broader anti-inflammatory effects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow glycemic impact.\u003c\/strong\u003e Because FOS isn't absorbed for energy, it doesn't significantly raise blood glucose or insulin. This is the practical mechanism behind yacon's blood-sugar-friendly profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral absorption support.\u003c\/strong\u003e FOS has research for supporting calcium, magnesium, and other mineral absorption from food — a secondary nutritional benefit beyond the gut microbiome effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe FODMAP caveat.\u003c\/strong\u003e FOS is a high-FODMAP compound. For people with IBS, SIBO, or FODMAP sensitivity, FOS commonly triggers gas, bloating, abdominal discomfort, and loose stools. This is the most important practical caution — start small to assess your tolerance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy cold extraction matters.\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat damages FOS, reducing the prebiotic content. Cold mechanical extraction preserves the FOS — part of what makes Organic Traditions' approach worth the premium positioning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with a small amount (1 teaspoon) to assess your tolerance for FOS. Most people use 1–2 teaspoons daily as a sweetener replacement. Drizzle over yogurt, oatmeal, or pancakes. Sweeten tea, coffee, or smoothies. Use in salad dressings or marinades for natural sweetness. In baking, yacon syrup doesn't replace sugar 1:1 — it's less sweet and has different liquid behavior, so adapted recipes work best. Store in a cool, dry place; refrigerate after opening for best freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start with a small amount to assess FOS tolerance. Consult your healthcare practitioner if you have IBS, SIBO, FODMAP sensitivity, diabetes (still monitor blood glucose), or chronic digestive conditions. Not recommended for children under practitioner guidance. Discontinue if digestive symptoms occur. Like all sweeteners, use in moderation as part of a balanced diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eIs it actually safe for diabetics?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eYacon has minimal glycemic impact for most people, but \"low-glycemic\" doesn't mean \"zero impact.\" Diabetics should monitor blood glucose carefully when introducing any new food, including yacon. Work with your healthcare practitioner on integrating it into your eating plan. Most diabetics find it useful as an occasional sweetener alternative, but it's not unlimited — it still has calories and modest carbohydrate content.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWhat does it actually taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMild, slightly molasses-like, less sweet than refined sugar or honey. Some people describe it as caramel-adjacent. It doesn't taste like maple syrup, which is much sweeter and stronger. Most people find the flavour pleasant but understated — great in coffee, tea, yogurt; subtle enough that it doesn't dominate.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWill it upset my stomach?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePossibly. FOS is a high-FODMAP fiber, and it commonly causes gas, bloating, or loose stools in people with IBS, SIBO, or FODMAP sensitivity. Even people without these conditions may experience mild digestive effects when first introducing yacon. Start with 1 teaspoon to assess tolerance — most people tolerate small amounts well, but pouring it on everything from day one is a common mistake.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it in baking?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eYes, with adjustments. Yacon is less sweet than sugar and adds liquid, so recipes need adapting. It works best in baked goods that already use liquid sweeteners (honey, maple syrup) — substituting 1:1 by volume often works. Yacon also browns more easily than sugar, so you may need to lower oven temperature slightly. Best for granola, muffins, pancakes, glazes, and sauces; trickier for delicate cookies or whipped meringues.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eHow much can I have daily?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMost people tolerate 1–2 tablespoons (about 15–30ml) daily without issue. Higher amounts increase risk of digestive symptoms (FOS-related). Used as a sweetener substitute (1–2 teaspoons at a time), it fits easily into normal daily use without overdoing FOS.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWhy is it so much more expensive than honey?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eYacon is a specialty root crop grown primarily in the Andes, with limited cultivation worldwide. Cold mechanical extraction preserves the FOS content (heat damages it), which costs more than typical sugar processing. The certified organic, fair-trade Andean sourcing also adds to the cost. You're paying for a specialty ingredient with specific nutritional properties — not a basic mass-market sweetener.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/probiotics\"\u003eProbiotics\u003c\/a\u003e — yacon's FOS feeds the bacteria; probiotics provide the strains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/chia-and-flax-seeds\"\u003eChia or Flax Seeds\u003c\/a\u003e — add fiber to morning oatmeal or yogurt sweetened with yacon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/blood-sugar-management\"\u003eBlood Sugar Support Supplements\u003c\/a\u003e — supportive products alongside lower-glycemic sweetening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/cacao\"\u003eCacao Powder or Nibs\u003c\/a\u003e — sweeten cacao recipes with low-glycemic yacon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💡 Subscribe \u0026amp; save for an extra discount on every order — never run out of your daily supplements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompare Similar Products\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/natural-sweeteners\"\u003eNatural Sweeteners\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/prebiotics\"\u003ePrebiotic Supplements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/superfoods\"\u003eAll Superfoods\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/blood-sugar-management\"\u003eBlood Sugar Support\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Vitamart\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamart.ca is Canada's vitamin specialist. We've been selling vitamins and supplements to Canadian families since 2005, shipping from our Ontario warehouse to every province. We believe in \u003cstrong\u003equality products you trust at prices you love\u003c\/strong\u003e — no fancy packaging markups, no pushy upsells, just the vitamins you need at the lowest prices in Canada. Backed by our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/pages\/low-price-guarantee\"\u003eLow Price Guarantee\u003c\/a\u003e: find a lower advertised price at a Canadian competitor and we'll beat it by 1¢.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamins Lowest Prices.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Organic Traditions","offers":[{"title":"100ml","offer_id":42622334042283,"sku":"100F000204-DIscoSupplier","price":13.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"250ml","offer_id":42622334075051,"sku":"690032zz-DiscoSupplier","price":24.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/4126\/8139\/files\/100F000204-organic-traditions-yacon-syrup-100ml-min.jpg?v=1719082700"},{"product_id":"uhtco-peruvian-harvest-raw-organic-yacon-syrup-250ml","title":"Uhtco Peruvian Harvest Raw Organic Yacon Syrup, 250ml","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e#html-body [data-pb-style=MQOTBOP]{justify-content:flex-start;display:flex;flex-direction:column;background-position:left top;background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-attachment:scroll}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"row\" data-appearance=\"contained\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-enable-parallax=\"0\" data-parallax-speed=\"0.5\" data-background-images=\"{}\" data-background-type=\"image\" data-video-loop=\"true\" data-video-play-only-visible=\"true\" data-video-lazy-load=\"true\" data-video-fallback-src=\"\" data-element=\"inner\" data-pb-style=\"MQOTBOP\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"text\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUhtco Peruvian Harvest Raw Organic Yacon Syrup, 250ml Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWouldn't it be great to have something that's sweet and good for you? You can -- or rather, Yacon, with the syrup or powder from this sweet-tasting root from the Smallanthus sonchifolius plant native to South America, which looks a bit like a sweet potato.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eYacon has a high FOS (FructoOligoSaccharides) content that we don't digest ourselves, so not only does this sweet fibre have a very low glycemic index value which won't cause blood sugar to spike, but it also functions as a prebiotic to nourish the healthy bacteria to help our gastrointestinal tract and digestive systems function better.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eStudies have shown that yacon can reduce constipation, enhance mineral absorption, and help regulate serum cholesterol; and that daily consumption can have a favourable effect on serum glucose in the elderly; and that it could significantly decrease the body weight, waist circumference and body mass index in obese pre-menopausal women with insulin resistance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Uhtco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42722824945835,"sku":"PHYSYR250ML","price":25.97,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/4126\/8139\/products\/uhtco-peruvian-harvest-raw-organic-yacon-syrup-250ml_eaf83b6d-2d81-4d75-be2f-3db8de13b70a.jpg?v=1710940310"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/fr\/collections\/yacon-syrup.oembed","provider":"Vitamart.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}