Meijer, LIGHT ORGANIC BLUE AGAVE NECTAR, LIGHT

Nutrition Highlights

• Very low in fat (0g per 100g).

About LIGHT ORGANIC BLUE AGAVE NECTAR, LIGHT

Meijer Light Organic Blue Agave Nectar is a single-ingredient organic liquid sweetener sold under the Meijer store brand of Meijer, Inc., the Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Midwest supercenter chain. The product contains only organic agave, derived from the blue agave plant (Agave tequilana) native to Mexico. Light agave nectar is a more lightly filtered version that retains a mild, relatively neutral flavor compared to amber or dark varieties, making it suitable as a table sweetener and for use in beverages, dressings, and baked goods where a strong molasses-like flavor is undesired. Agave nectar is notably high in fructose—typically 70 to 90 percent fructose by composition—which gives it a lower glycemic index rating compared to sucrose but raises concerns about fructose metabolic load when consumed in excess. Per 100 grams, the product delivers 286 calories, composed entirely of carbohydrates at 76.19 grams per 100 grams, with no protein, fat, or fiber. The 21-gram serving provides approximately 60 calories. The product is certified organic, vegan, and free from all major allergens. It contains no artificial sweeteners, preservatives, colors, or HFCS. Despite the USDA organic certification, the health claims regarding agave nectar's glycemic benefits remain a subject of nutritional debate.

Ingredients

ORGANIC AGAVE.

Dietary Information

LIGHT ORGANIC BLUE AGAVE NECTAR, LIGHT is considered low-fat, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.

Calorie Breakdown

At 286 calories per 100 grams, LIGHT ORGANIC BLUE AGAVE NECTAR, LIGHT gets 0% of its calories from protein, 107% from carbohydrates, and 0% from fat. This is moderately high, similar to many cooked grains and dairy products.

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