Common questions

Is Canadian Maple Syrup healthy?

Canadian Maple Syrup scores 92/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This product is a single-ingredient, minimally processed food made entirely from maple syrup.

How processed is Canadian Maple Syrup?

Canadian Maple Syrup is NOVA Group 2: Processed Culinary Ingredients.

Which ingredients drive Canadian Maple Syrup's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Maple syrup counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Canadian Maple Syrup

Name: Canadian Maple Syrup
Brand: Woolworths

Woolworths

Excellent

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1

Harmful ingredients 0

Owned by Woolworths Limited

Category Syrups

Summary

This product is a single-ingredient, minimally processed food made entirely from maple syrup. It is free from artificial additives, seed oils, and high-fructose corn syrup, making it a clean and natural sweetener option. While it is high in natural sugars, the lack of additional processing or harmful ingredients supports a high rating.

Key ingredients 1

Maple syrup

Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

Risks

High sugar content may contribute to increased blood sugar levels and potential weight gain if consumed in excess.

Benefits

Contains trace amounts of minerals like manganese and zinc, and some antioxidants that may offer minor health benefits.

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Processing

Group 2 · Culinary ingredients

Processed Culinary Ingredients

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