I think it's sweet...why are you thinking of taking it? I haven't had any unless it was in something ...
Well, here is 1 tbs... Nutrition summary: Calories 58 Fat 0.02g Carbs 14.95g Protein 0g There are 58 calories in 1 serving 1 Tablespoon of Molasses. Calorie breakdown: 0% fat, 100% carbs, 0% protein. Other Common Serving Sizes: One tablespoon won't kill you! Lol....
Well...you might get fat and or become diabetic! Or maybe not...everybody is different. You're slim...try it!
Ok. Will see if any posters think molasses is a good idea.... I just came across this article from the DM on the NEW superfoods of 2017. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-4500128/Eight-superfoods-body-needs-right-now.html Watermelon seeds look interesting! Also @Yvonne Smith and @Ken Anderson ...black currents are on the list...
Molasses is high-carb, just like sugar, honey, or any sweetener. However, it has a lot of nutritional benefits, so it is a far better choice than just using plain sugar. As far as the taste goes, it depends on what kind of molasses you buy. Blackstrap has the most iron and minerals in it, but it also has a very strong taste and is actually not even very sweet. It would be fine for making gingerbread or something that helps absorb the flavor; but taking a spoonful might not be so pleasant. Lighter molasses is what is mixed in with table sugar and is then sold as "brown sugar" , which is usually used for baking. The main brand we have here is called "Grandma's Molasses", and the flavor is similar to a dark syrup like you would use on pancakes. I love molasses on plain yogurt ! The two flavors seem to mix perfectly, at least for me; but I usually only have it now and then, and not very much at a time because it is high in carbs. They are healthy carbs however, and if you are not on a weight-loss plan, then you should be able to have molasses instead of whatever sweetener that you are already using, and it would be healthier for you. I would suggest starting with a small jar until you see how well you like it. I think that molasses is one of those tastes that you either love or hate, so starting small is a good idea. If you like dark syrup and dark brown sugar, then you will probably like molasses as well.
My mother used to use molasses in pancake syrup which I thought was good at the time, although I liked Karo Syrup then too. I haven't used molasses on anything in many years, though. It must still have a place, because they still sell it.
I had bought a jar molasses, last month...used one time, and dropped and broke not cheap either.This was used for mainly biscuits (not cookies ) home made ones, buttter-um they were good. Had not used since a child, and wanted something different the only reason I bought. Oh well, was not going to make biscuits anyway.
@Patsy Faye Do not sell molasses short! Despite the undesirable content (as many really beneficial foodstuffs have, such as liver), molasses is quite beneficial. My Mother used it in baking, claiming it was high in iron (it is). Regarding "taking it" regularly", well, no, why would you? Make up some molasses cookies, cupcakes, bread, waffles, or even BEER, and you can't go wrong. Frank