AIP Sweeteners Guide
27 items classified under standard AIP guidelines.
How do sweeteners fare on the AIP diet? The answer depends on whether the food contains compounds AIP suspects of provoking immune activity. This guide breaks down all 27 items in this category with their classification, nutritional data, and the reasoning behind each status.
Quick Reference
| Food | Status | Calories (per 100g) |
|---|---|---|
| Agave Nectar | Limited | 68kcal |
| Coconut Nectar | Limited | 60kcal |
| Coconut Sugar | Limited | 895kcal |
| Dark Chocolate | Limited | 550kcal |
| Date Syrup | Limited | 282kcal |
| Honey | Limited | 304kcal |
| Maple Sugar | Limited | 354kcal |
| Maple Syrup | Limited | 270kcal |
| Monk Fruit Sweetener | Limited | 105kcal |
| Raw Honey | Limited | 69kcal |
| Allulose | Not Allowed | 20kcal |
| Artificial Sweeteners | Not Allowed | 407kcal |
| Aspartame | Not Allowed | 365kcal |
| Brown Sugar | Not Allowed | 373kcal |
| Cane Sugar | Not Allowed | 269kcal |
| Corn Syrup | Not Allowed | 283kcal |
| Erythritol | Not Allowed | 0kcal |
| Fruit Snacks | Not Allowed | 352kcal |
| Gummy Candy | Not Allowed | 396kcal |
| High Fructose Corn Syrup | Not Allowed | 62kcal |
| Milk Chocolate | Not Allowed | 150kcal |
| Molasses | Not Allowed | 290kcal |
| Powdered Sugar | Not Allowed | 431kcal |
| Stevia | Not Allowed | 0kcal |
| Sucralose | Not Allowed | 48kcal |
| Sugar | Not Allowed | 399kcal |
| Xylitol | Not Allowed | 240kcal |
Classification Breakdown
10 Limited — These items have excluded during strict elimination but tested during reintroduction. 17 Not Allowed — These are in an AIP elimination category — grains, legumes, dairy, eggs, nuts, seeds, nightshades, or seed-based spices.
AIP is a temporary protocol lasting 30–90 days, with foods reintroduced one at a time.
Limited Sweeteners (10)
Agave Nectar
LimitedAgave Nectar is classified as Limited on AIP, with 68kcal calories per 100g. This means it is excluded during strict elimination but tested during reintroduction. It also contains 6.6g fiber, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between High Fructose Corn Syrup and Raw Honey for calories, ranking 7 of 27. The "Limited" label means the classification depends on specific conditions — portion size, brand formulation, or preparation method can shift it from compliant to non-compliant.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Coconut Nectar
LimitedCoconut Nectar is classified as Limited on AIP, with 60kcal calories per 100g. This means it is excluded during strict elimination but tested during reintroduction. Among the 27 items in this category, coconut nectar sits at the low end for calories — next closest is High Fructose Corn Syrup at 62kcal. The "Limited" label means the classification depends on specific conditions — portion size, brand formulation, or preparation method can shift it from compliant to non-compliant.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Coconut Sugar
LimitedCoconut Sugar is classified as Limited on AIP, with 895kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is excluded during strict elimination but tested during reintroduction. Nutritionally, it also delivers 99.1g fat per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Dark Chocolate at 550kcal. Check the label carefully: the same product can be compliant or not depending on the specific brand or how it was prepared.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Dark Chocolate
LimitedDark Chocolate is classified as Limited on AIP, with 550kcal calories per 100g. This means it is excluded during strict elimination but tested during reintroduction. It also contains 5.1g protein and 32.2g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Powdered Sugar at 431kcal. Check the label carefully: the same product can be compliant or not depending on the specific brand or how it was prepared.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70-85% Cacao | 598kcal | 7.8g | 42.6g | 45.9g | 10.9g |
| 60-69% Cacao | 579kcal | 6.1g | 38.3g | 52.4g | 8g |
| 45-59% Cacao | 546kcal | 4.9g | 31.3g | 61.2g | 7g |
Date Syrup
LimitedDate Syrup is classified as Limited on AIP, with 282kcal calories per 100g. The classification reflects that it is excluded during strict elimination but tested during reintroduction. Nutritionally, it also delivers 8g fiber per serving. Within this category, it falls between Maple Syrup and Corn Syrup for calories, ranking 14 of 27. Portion control is key here — a small amount may fit within the diet's parameters, while a full serving may not.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Honey
LimitedAt 304kcal calories per 100g, Honey falls into the Limited category under AIP guidelines. This means it is excluded during strict elimination but tested during reintroduction. Within this category, it falls between Molasses and Fruit Snacks for calories, ranking 17 of 27. Portion control is key here — a small amount may fit within the diet's parameters, while a full serving may not.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Maple Sugar
LimitedAt 354kcal calories per 100g, Maple Sugar falls into the Limited category under AIP guidelines. This means it is excluded during strict elimination but tested during reintroduction. Within this category, it falls between Fruit Snacks and Aspartame for calories, ranking 19 of 27. Portion control is key here — a small amount may fit within the diet's parameters, while a full serving may not.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Maple Syrup
LimitedMaple Syrup is classified as Limited on AIP, with 270kcal calories per 100g. This means it is excluded during strict elimination but tested during reintroduction. Within this category, it falls between Cane Sugar and Date Syrup for calories, ranking 13 of 27. Portion control is key here — a small amount may fit within the diet's parameters, while a full serving may not.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Monk Fruit Sweetener
LimitedMonk Fruit Sweetener is classified as Limited on AIP, with 105kcal calories per 100g. This means it is excluded during strict elimination but tested during reintroduction. Within this category, it falls between Raw Honey and Milk Chocolate for calories, ranking 9 of 27. The "Limited" label means the classification depends on specific conditions — portion size, brand formulation, or preparation method can shift it from compliant to non-compliant.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Raw Honey
LimitedAt 69kcal calories per 100g, Raw Honey falls into the Limited category under AIP guidelines. It is excluded during strict elimination but tested during reintroduction. Beyond the primary classification, raw honey also provides 5.3g fiber per 100g. Within this category, it falls between Agave Nectar and Monk Fruit Sweetener for calories, ranking 8 of 27. Check the label carefully: the same product can be compliant or not depending on the specific brand or how it was prepared.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Not Allowed Sweeteners (17)
Allulose
Not AllowedAllulose is classified as Not Allowed on AIP, with 20kcal calories per 100g. This means it is in an AIP elimination category — grains, legumes, dairy, eggs, nuts, seeds, nightshades, or seed-based spices. Among the 27 items in this category, allulose sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Sucralose at 48kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Artificial Sweeteners
Not AllowedWith 407kcal calories per 100g, Artificial Sweeteners earns a Not Allowed classification on AIP. It is in an AIP elimination category — grains, legumes, dairy, eggs, nuts, seeds, nightshades, or seed-based spices. Beyond the primary classification, artificial sweeteners also provides 8.7g fat and 760mg sodium per 100g. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Sugar at 399kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Aspartame
Not AllowedAt 365kcal calories per 100g, Aspartame falls into the Not Allowed category under AIP guidelines. This means it is in an AIP elimination category — grains, legumes, dairy, eggs, nuts, seeds, nightshades, or seed-based spices. Within this category, it falls between Maple Sugar and Brown Sugar for calories, ranking 20 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Brown Sugar
Not AllowedAt 373kcal calories per 100g, Brown Sugar falls into the Not Allowed category under AIP guidelines. The classification reflects that it is in an AIP elimination category — grains, legumes, dairy, eggs, nuts, seeds, nightshades, or seed-based spices. Nutritionally, it also delivers 9.2g protein and 6.3g fiber per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Aspartame at 365kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Cane Sugar
Not AllowedWith 269kcal calories per 100g, Cane Sugar earns a Not Allowed classification on AIP. This means it is in an AIP elimination category — grains, legumes, dairy, eggs, nuts, seeds, nightshades, or seed-based spices. Within this category, it falls between Xylitol and Maple Syrup for calories, ranking 12 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Corn Syrup
Not AllowedCorn Syrup is classified as Not Allowed on AIP, with 283kcal calories per 100g. This means it is in an AIP elimination category — grains, legumes, dairy, eggs, nuts, seeds, nightshades, or seed-based spices. Within this category, it falls between Date Syrup and Molasses for calories, ranking 15 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Erythritol
Not AllowedWith 0kcal calories per 100g, Erythritol earns a Not Allowed classification on AIP. This means it is in an AIP elimination category — grains, legumes, dairy, eggs, nuts, seeds, nightshades, or seed-based spices. Among the 27 items in this category, erythritol sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Stevia at 0kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Fruit Snacks
Not AllowedAt 352kcal calories per 100g, Fruit Snacks falls into the Not Allowed category under AIP guidelines. This means it is in an AIP elimination category — grains, legumes, dairy, eggs, nuts, seeds, nightshades, or seed-based spices. Within this category, it falls between Honey and Maple Sugar for calories, ranking 18 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Gummy Candy
Not AllowedGummy Candy is classified as Not Allowed on AIP, with 396kcal calories per 100g. This means it is in an AIP elimination category — grains, legumes, dairy, eggs, nuts, seeds, nightshades, or seed-based spices. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Brown Sugar at 373kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
High Fructose Corn Syrup
Not AllowedAt 62kcal calories per 100g, High Fructose Corn Syrup falls into the Not Allowed category under AIP guidelines. This means it is in an AIP elimination category — grains, legumes, dairy, eggs, nuts, seeds, nightshades, or seed-based spices. Among the 27 items in this category, high fructose corn syrup sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Agave Nectar at 68kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Milk Chocolate
Not AllowedMilk Chocolate is classified as Not Allowed on AIP, with 150kcal calories per 100g. This means it is in an AIP elimination category — grains, legumes, dairy, eggs, nuts, seeds, nightshades, or seed-based spices. It also contains 6.7g fat, which may factor into overall meal planning. Within this category, it falls between Monk Fruit Sweetener and Xylitol for calories, ranking 10 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Molasses
Not AllowedAt 290kcal calories per 100g, Molasses falls into the Not Allowed category under AIP guidelines. This means it is in an AIP elimination category — grains, legumes, dairy, eggs, nuts, seeds, nightshades, or seed-based spices. Within this category, it falls between Corn Syrup and Honey for calories, ranking 16 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Powdered Sugar
Not AllowedAt 431kcal calories per 100g, Powdered Sugar falls into the Not Allowed category under AIP guidelines. The classification reflects that it is in an AIP elimination category — grains, legumes, dairy, eggs, nuts, seeds, nightshades, or seed-based spices. Nutritionally, it also delivers 23g fat and 440mg sodium per serving. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Artificial Sweeteners at 407kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Stevia
Not AllowedWith 0kcal calories per 100g, Stevia earns a Not Allowed classification on AIP. This means it is in an AIP elimination category — grains, legumes, dairy, eggs, nuts, seeds, nightshades, or seed-based spices. Among the 27 items in this category, stevia sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Allulose at 20kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Sucralose
Not AllowedWith 48kcal calories per 100g, Sucralose earns a Not Allowed classification on AIP. This means it is in an AIP elimination category — grains, legumes, dairy, eggs, nuts, seeds, nightshades, or seed-based spices. Among the 27 items in this category, sucralose sits at the low end for calories — next closest is Coconut Nectar at 60kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Sugar
Not AllowedSugar is classified as Not Allowed on AIP, with 399kcal calories per 100g. This means it is in an AIP elimination category — grains, legumes, dairy, eggs, nuts, seeds, nightshades, or seed-based spices. It ranks among the highest in this category for calories. The nearest lower option is Gummy Candy at 396kcal.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
Xylitol
Not AllowedAt 240kcal calories per 100g, Xylitol falls into the Not Allowed category under AIP guidelines. This means it is in an AIP elimination category — grains, legumes, dairy, eggs, nuts, seeds, nightshades, or seed-based spices. Within this category, it falls between Milk Chocolate and Cane Sugar for calories, ranking 11 of 27.
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central