Selender Zero Organic Allulose Syrup - 11.5 fl oz by NOW Foods
Item SKU: N7133 | UPC: 733739071330 | Brand: NOW Foods (NOW Real Food® Slender Zero™)
Finding a liquid sweetener that tastes like pure cane sugar without wrecking your blood sugar or kicking you out of ketosis used to feel impossible. Selender Zero Organic Allulose Syrup (featured in the NOW Real Food® Slender Zero™ lineup) changes that completely. Made from 100% certified organic liquid allulose, this smooth, pourable syrup delivers the authentic sweetness, clean mouthfeel, and rich body of traditional syrup with zero net carbs, zero added sugars, and virtually zero calories.
Unlike artificial chemical sweeteners that leave a harsh metallic aftertaste, or stevia and monk fruit extracts that can taste licorice-like, organic allulose is an actual sugar molecule found in nature. It binds to your tongue's sweet receptors just like table sugar, yet passes through your digestive tract without turning into glucose energy.
✓ 100% USDA Certified Organic & Non-GMO
✓ Zero Glycemic Impact (Won’t Spike Insulin)
✓ Keto, Diabetic, and Low-Carb Friendly
✓ Browns, Caramelizes, and Pours Like Real Syrup
The Science of Allulose: How a "Rare Sugar" Has Zero Glycemic Impact
To understand why Selender Zero Organic Allulose Syrup is so revolutionary for low-carb, ketogenic, and diabetic meal plans, it helps to look at the molecule itself. In simple terms: allulose is real sugar that your body doesn't know how to burn.
Known scientifically as D-psicose, allulose is classified as a “rare sugar” because it exists naturally in tiny traces within real foods like dried figs, raisins, and jackfruit. Structurally, it is an epimer of fructose—meaning it shares the exact same chemical formula as fructose, but one small hydroxyl group is arranged in a mirror-image direction.
That tiny twist makes all the difference:
Your taste buds recognize it immediately: It triggers sweet taste receptors with about 70% of the sweetness intensity of table sugar, leaving a clean flavor profile without any chemical lingering.
Your metabolism ignores it: Human digestive enzymes cannot break down allulose into energy. Roughly 70% of ingested allulose is quickly absorbed by the small intestine and filtered out through the kidneys unchanged in your urine within 24 to 48 hours (Iida et al., 2008).
Zero impact on blood sugar or insulin: Clinical human trials consistently demonstrate that pure allulose does not trigger a rise in post-meal glucose or circulating insulin levels. In fact, clinical research shows it can gently slow the absorption of co-ingested carbohydrates by inhibiting digestive starch enzymes (Hayashi et al., 2010; Tani et al., 2023).
FDA Regulatory Milestone: In October 2020, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued finalized industry guidance recognizing that allulose is virtually non-metabolized and contributes only ~0.4 calories per gram (compared to 4 calories per gram in table sugar). Under this guidance (Docket No. FDA-2019-D-0725), allulose is excluded from “Total Sugars” and “Added Sugars” declarations on nutrition panels.
If you have ever tried keto treats made with sugar alcohols like maltitol, sorbitol, or large amounts of erythritol, you are probably familiar with their most common downside: stomach cramps, loud rumbling, and painful gas.
Sugar alcohols cause digestive distress because they are poorly absorbed in the small intestine. Instead, they travel down into the large intestine (colon), where resident gut bacteria ferment them rapidly, creating gas and pulling excess water into the bowel.
Allulose works differently:
Because allulose is absorbed early in the upper gastrointestinal tract, very little reaches the lower gut to feed bacterial gas production.
In a randomized clinical trial examining digestive comfort in healthy adults, researchers established a high single-dose tolerance threshold of 0.4 grams of allulose per kilogram of body weight (Han et al., 2018). For an adult weighing 154 lbs (70 kg), that equals approximately 28 grams of allulose in a single sitting without notable gastrointestinal disturbance—more than five full tablespoons of syrup!
Protects Dental Health: Unlike standard sugar and corn syrups, oral bacteria (such as Streptococcus mutans) cannot convert allulose into the erosive acids that demineralize enamel, making it non-cariogenic (cavity-safe).
Everyday Kitchen Uses: Baking, Cooking, and Beverages
Granulated sugar alternatives often fail in liquids: they crystallize in iced drinks, turn gritty in cold sauces, and stay chalky in recipes. Selender Zero Organic Allulose Syrup solves these texture problems because it comes pre-dissolved as a rich liquid nectar.
Hot & Iced Beverages
Stirs instantly into hot morning coffee, cold brew, iced matcha, tea, and homemade lemonade without sinking to the bottom or re-crystallizing into hard crunches.
Keto Pancakes & Waffles
Pour it straight onto low-carb almond flour pancakes, chaffles, yogurt, and oatmeal bowls for that authentic, comforting diner syrup mouthfeel without the sugar spike.
Real Browning & Caramel
Unlike erythritol, allulose participates in the natural Maillard browning reaction. It caramelizes beautifully on roasted vegetables, in sugar-free BBQ glazes, and on baked goods. Pro-tip: Lower your oven temperature by 25°F, as allulose browns faster than cane sugar!
Soft Homemade Ice Cream
Allulose depresses the freezing point just like sucrose, preventing low-carb homemade ice creams and sorbets from freezing into solid rock cubes in your freezer.
Complete Ingredient Listing & Nutrition Information
Transparency is essential for healthy living. Here is the verified product profile for NOW Foods Selender Zero Organic Allulose Syrup (11.5 fl oz / 340 mL):
Nutrition Facts
About 23 servings per container Serving size: 1 Tbsp (15 mL)
Amount per servingCalories0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g0%Sodium 0mg0%Total Carbohydrate 5g2%Total Sugars 0gIncludes 0g Added Sugars0%Allulose 5gProtein 0g0%
Not a significant source of saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, dietary fiber, vitamin D, calcium, iron, or potassium. *The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet.
Complete Ingredient List
Ingredients: Organic Liquid Allulose.
Quality & Dietary Attributes
USDA Organic, Non-GMO Project Verified, Gluten-Free, Vegan / Vegetarian, Kosher Certified, Keto-Friendly, Low-Glycemic, No Artificial Colors, Flavors, or Preservatives. Packaged and quality-tested in the USA by NOW Foods.
Frequently Asked Questions About Organic Allulose Syrup
1. How do I calculate net carbs in Selender Zero Allulose Syrup?
To calculate net carbs, take the Total Carbohydrates (5g per tablespoon) and subtract the Allulose (5g). Because allulose is not metabolized into glucose by the human body, the result is 0g Net Carbs per serving. It fits seamlessly into strict ketogenic diets without interrupting fat-burning ketone production.
2. Is allulose safe for people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes?
Yes. Multiple clinical trials demonstrate that allulose does not elevate postprandial blood glucose or trigger insulin spikes in healthy or diabetic individuals. Unlike high fructose corn syrup or agave, allulose bypasses conventional hepatic sugar metabolism and is excreted primarily through the kidneys. As always, individuals managing diabetes should monitor their personal readings when introducing new dietary items.
3. How does allulose syrup compare to maple syrup or honey in sweetness?
Allulose is naturally about 70% as sweet as table sugar. As a liquid syrup, it pours and coats pancakes, waffles, and berries with a satisfying mouthfeel comparable to light maple syrup or agave nectar. If you prefer intense sweetness, you can use a 1.25:1 replacement ratio compared to traditional syrups, or pair it with a pinch of pure stevia or monk fruit.
4. Does allulose syrup cause gas or diarrhea like erythritol or maltitol?
Allulose has a dramatically higher digestive tolerance than sugar alcohols. Because over 70% is rapidly absorbed in the small intestine and excreted in the urine, very little ever enters the colon where bacterial fermentation causes bloating. Clinical tolerance studies show healthy adults comfortably tolerate up to 0.4 grams per kilogram of body weight in a single serving (roughly 5 to 6 tablespoons for an average adult).
5. Why does allulose brown faster when baking?
Unlike sugar alcohols, allulose is a reducing monosaccharide capable of undergoing the Maillard reaction (the chemical reaction between amino acids and reducing sugars that produces golden-brown coloration and rich aroma). Because it caramelizes at lower temperatures than table sugar, reduce your baking oven temperature by approximately 25°F (15°C) or cover your pans loosely with foil during the final minutes of baking.
6. Is allulose syrup toxic to dogs and pets like xylitol is?
No. Xylitol is notorious for triggering severe hypoglycemia and acute liver failure in canines. In published veterinary and animal safety research, allulose does not cause the catastrophic insulin surge in dogs that xylitol causes. However, pets should not be fed human syrups or human sweeteners as standard food.
7. Does NOW Selender Zero Organic Allulose Syrup require refrigeration?
No refrigeration is required after opening. Store the bottle at room temperature in a cool, dry pantry with the cap tightly sealed. Storing it in the refrigerator may cause the syrup to thicken excessively.
Scientific References & Authoritative Sources:
FDA Guidance for Industry: The Declaration of Allulose and Calories from Allulose on Nutrition and Supplement Facts Labels (Docket No. FDA-2019-D-0725, Oct 2020).
Iida, T., et al. (2008). Failure of d-psicose absorbed in the small intestine to metabolize into energy and its low large intestinal fermentability in humans. Metabolism, 57(10), 1356–1363.
Hayashi, N., et al. (2010). Study on the postprandial blood glucose suppression effect of D-psicose in borderline diabetes and the safety of long-term ingestion by normal human subjects. Biosci Biotechnol Biochem, 74(3), 510–519.
Han, Y., et al. (2018). Gastrointestinal Tolerance of D-Allulose in Healthy Adults. Nutrients, 10(12), 2010.
Tani, Y., et al. (2023). Effects of D-allulose on postprandial glucose and insulin response in healthy subjects: A systematic review and meta-analysis. PLOS ONE, 18(2), e0281150.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
