SAFE
Agave syrup
Agave fructose syrup (Agave tequilana concentrate)
Possibly Safe
V2 Verified
Carbohydrates & Fibers
PubMed Studies
880
About
High-fructose syrup from Agave plant marketed as a low-GI alternative sweetener. Very high fructose content (55-90%) — higher than HFCS. Fructose metabolised in liver; associated with NAFLD and metabolic syndrome at high intake.
How it works (mechanism of action)
Acts on cellular signalling pathways relevant to the documented clinical indications. Contains bioactive compounds with enzyme-modulating, receptor-binding, or antioxidant properties studied in peer-reviewed literature.
👥 Safety by Population
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings
Very high fructose: NAFLD, dyslipidaemia, and metabolic syndrome risk at high intake. Lower GI than sucrose but high fructose load. Hereditary fructose intolerance (HFI): CONTRAINDICATED. Gout: uric acid synthesis stimulation.
🏷️ Other Names
Agave fructose syrup (Agave tequilana concentrate)