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Glycemic Research Institute: Severe Side Effects in Agave Clinical Trial

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  • Started 3 months ago by mtkoren
  • Latest reply from Naturenut
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  1. mtkoren
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    Rather shocking was the late October announcement from the Glycemic Research Institute that they were halting clinical trials on diabetic subjects being given higher doses of Agave syrup (supplied by Volcanic) due to "severe side effects in diabetics". And they speculate on the causes and so on.

    As I understand it, this is the organization that certifies diabetic friendly foods based on glycemic indices and clinical trials. It is worth a read!

    Here is the link:

    http://www.glycemic.com/AgaveReport.htm

    Michael

    Posted 3 months ago #

  2. Naturenut
    Member

    I just read the announcement. The agave product used was a high amount of a new product Volcanic had not released to the public yet: Agave Maple Syrup. The study hasn't concluded yet what the reason for the diabetic side effects were. I also read the statement on Volcanic Nectar's website and it gives the composition of the regular agave vs. the new maple version and it includes a sucrose amount in it. Maybe that was the big difference? I also believe, whether it is agave or not, it's wise to limit consumption of any sweetener in general. Even the healthiest ones will cause blood sugar spikes in excess and if diet is lacking in protein. Thanks for posting this article!

    Posted 3 months ago #

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