What is the Glycemic Index?

The glycemic index is a way of measuring the relative impact of foods on blood sugar levels. Foods with a high glycemic index have carbohydrates that the body can quickly convert to sugar, which makes them more likely to cause a quick rise in blood sugar. Many popular diets (Atkins and South Beach, for example) include food choices based on the glycemic index.

What Does Agave Nectar Taste Like?

The taste of Agave Nectar is comparable, though not identical, to honey. Many people who do not like the taste of honey find Agave syrup a more palatable choice. It also has none of the bitter aftertaste associated with artificial sweeteners.

Though some offer a half dozen varieties of Agave nectar based on different plant varieties and varied preparation methods, most brands offer two types: a light and a dark. The lighter syrups undergo less heating and a more thorough filtration to produce a more mildly flavored product that is neutral enough to be used in many culinary applications. The darker syrups are filtered less, and the solids left in the syrup make for a stronger nectar with a flavor sometimes compared to maple syrup.