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Bourbon Vanilla Flavor Powder

Bourbon vanilla flavor powder is derived from the vanilla bean orchid in Madagascar and other islands in the Indian Ocean. Bourbon vanilla is the most popular type of vanilla due to its rich unique flavor. It is a tasty and healthy food additive.

The flavor of bourbon vanilla flavor powder has been described as a combination of vanilla, caramel, and charred oak. You may notice hints of several other flavors, including:

  • Cinnamon
  • Apple
  • Honey
  • Citrus
  • Chocolate
  • Spice

Is There Alcohol In Bourbon Vanilla?

Yes and no. To be labeled “pure vanilla extract,” the Food and Drug Administration requires that it contain at least 35% alcohol derived from sugar cane or ethyl alcohol, not whiskey. (Alcohol is used to extract the flavor from the vanilla bean.) Bourbon vanilla flavor, however, typically does not contain alcohol as the manufacturing process is different from pure vanilla extract. 1

Is Bourbon Vanilla Flavor Powder Healthy?

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Yes, there is some scientific and anecdotal evidence regarding the potential health benefits of vanilla. Indiginous people used vanilla as medicine for thousands of years to calm upset stomachs, treat asthma, ease congestion, and more. 2

Let’s start with its nutritional value.

Because vanilla is typically used as a flavoring rather than a food, the amount of nutrients you obtain from consuming it is difficult to determine. In general, 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract contains: 3

  • Calories: 37.4
  • Total Carbs: 1.6 g
  • Niacin: 0.1 mg
  • Calcium: 1.4 mg
  • Magnesium: 1.6 mg
  • Potassium: 19.2 mg

It also contains small amounts of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids that are essential to good health.

In combination with a well-balanced diet, these nutrients and calorie content may help support overall health.

Unfortunately, there are few clinical research trials examining the health effects of vanilla on humans. But there have been several studies on animals that look promising. These studies suggest that vanilla may:

Help Manage Diabetes:

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Blood sugar surges can be difficult for a diabetic to control, but there is evidence that vanilla may help. In one study, researchers gave mice a high glucose diet followed by 12.5 to 50 mg vanillin (a synthetic form of vanilla) for 15 days and noted a significant drop in blood glucose levels compared to the controls. Though more research is needed, this study suggests vanilla may help you manage blood sugar levels in diabetes. 4

Support Healthy Cholesterol Levels:

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In the study above, researchers observed that those same mice given 12.5 to 50 g of vanillin for 15 days experienced a significant reduction in total cholesterol and triglycerides and an increase in HDL (good) cholesterol. As high cholesterol is a risk factor for heart disease, it is possible that vanilla may help. 5

Improve Cognitive Function:

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Several animal models have been used to determine the possible effects of vanillin on neurodegenerative conditions, such as Alzheimer’s disease. In one study, researchers produced Parkinson’s disease symptoms in mice and then treated them with vanillin for 40 days. They observed that vanillin appeared to ease neurological and behavioral symptoms compared with controls. Another study appeared to show the same results when vanillin was administered to mice with Alzheimer’s disease. 6, 7

How To Use Bourbon Vanilla Flavor Powder

You can add bourbon vanilla flavor to many foods and beverages, including coffee, yogurt, smoothies, and pasta sauces. One of the best ways to get your daily bourbon vanilla flavor powder, though, is with Garden in my Glass. Bourbon vanilla powder is one of 33 powdered fruits and vegetables in Garden in my Glass. These superfoods offer powerful support for your health. Click here to order the wildly popular Garden in my Glass now before supplies run out!

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References

1- Rain P. Frequently Asked Questions About Vanilla. The Vanilla Company. Jul 7, 2014. Accessed Feb 2, 2021. https://vanillaqueen.com/frequently-asked-questions-about-vanilla/

2- Rain P. Frequently Asked Questions About Vanilla. The Vanilla Company. Jul 7, 2014. Accessed Feb 2, 2021. https://vanillaqueen.com/frequently-asked-questions-about-vanilla/

3- NutritionData. Vanilla Extract Nutrition Facts & Calories. Accessed Feb 2, 2021. https://nutritiondata.self.com/facts/spices-and-herbs/219/2

4- Guo M, Hu ZQ, Strong PJ, et al. Evaluating the environmental health effect of bamboo-derived volatile organic compounds through analysis the metabolic indices of the disorder animal model. Biomed Environ Sci. 2015;28:595–605.

5- Guo M, Hu ZQ, Strong PJ, et al. Evaluating the environmental health effect of bamboo-derived volatile organic compounds through analysis the metabolic indices of the disorder animal model. Biomed Environ Sci. 2015;28:595–605.

6- Dhanalakshmi C, Janakiraman U, Manivasagam T, et al. Vanillin attenuated behavioural impairments, neurochemical deficts, oxidative stress and apoptosis against rotenone induced rat model of Parkinson's disease. Neurochem Res. 2016;41:1899–1910

7- Khoshnam S, Sarkaki A, Rashno M, Farbood Y. Memory deficits and hippocampal inflammation in cerebral hypoperfusion and reperfusion in male rats: neuroprotective role of vanillic acid. Life Sci. 2018;211:126–132

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