fructose

[ˈfrʌktəʊs]

fructose Definition

a simple sugar found in many fruits and vegetables, which is sweeter than glucose and is an important source of energy for the body.

Using fructose: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fructose" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Fructose is often used as a sweetener in processed foods.

  • Example

    Fruits like apples, pears, and bananas contain high levels of fructose.

  • Example

    Fructose is metabolized differently than glucose in the body.

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Summary: fructose in Brief

Fructose [ˈfrʌktəʊs] is a simple sugar that is sweeter than glucose and is found in many fruits and vegetables. It is often used as a sweetener in processed foods and is an important source of energy for the body. Fructose is metabolized differently than glucose in the body.

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