Yacon Syrup vitamins and Herbs.

Yacon Syrup

Yacon is a distant relative of the sunflower with edible tubers 
and leaves. Th syrup from this sweet root is raising eyebrows in 
the medical community and natural product world for its 
medicinal qualities. It contains fructooligosaccharides (FOS), 
which pass through the digestive track unmetabolized, providing 
few calories1. The sugars, however, are metabolized by the 
bifidobacteria in the large intestine and contribute to improved 
digestions and absorption of vitamins, such as B-complex. The 
undigested portion of yacon serves as prebiotic-food for 
“friendly” bacteria. Other benefits of FOS supplementation 
include increased production of beneficial short-chain fatty 
acids, such as butyrate, increased absorption of calcium and 
magnesium and improved elimination of toxic compounds. 
Preclinical studies indicate an increase in bone density after 
consumption of FOS. It may help diabetics regulate and normalize 
glucose levels in the blood due to its FOS content. It is 
considered hypoglycemic and holds promise as a sweetener for 
diabetics and others who choose not to consume sugar. 

Suggested Use: Syrup: Use in place of sugar as you would with 
honey. One quarter teaspoon of Yacon Syrup is equal in sweetness 
to one teaspoon of sugar or honey. Use on pancakes, hot cereals 
and for baking. Delicious when added to Qat Tea.

Cautions: 
None.

Contraindications: None known.

Ingredients: 
Extracted in distilled water and 40% organic grain alcohol. Full 
spectrum powders are in vegi-caps.