Fructose is a type of sugar found naturally in fruits and some vegetables. It’s also added to processed foods and drinks, contributing to its high consumption.

Think of it like this:

• Fructose is the sweetest of the naturally occurring sugarsIn everyday terms, sugar refers to the sweet, crystalline substance we add to coffee, bake into cakes, or find naturally in fruits. But from a scientific perspective, sugar encompasses a broader category of molecules called carbohydrates. These are the body’s… Read More.
• Your body processes fructose differently than other sugars, like glucoseImagine glucose as the tiny batteries powering every cell in your body. It’s a simple sugar, the primary energy source for your brain, muscles, and all your organs. Whether you’re sprinting, thinking, or even just breathing, glucose is the fuel… Read More.

Examples of where to find fructose:

• Fruits: Apples, bananas, grapes, mangoes, and pears
• Vegetables: Honey, some root vegetables like beets
• Processed foods: soda, juice drinks, candy, baked goods, and many condiments.

EtymologyEtymology is the study of the origin and history of words. It’s like detective work, tracing how words have changed over time and moved between languages. Think of it like this: • Words have a long history, just like old… Read More:

The word “fructose” comes from the Latin word “fructus,” meaning “fruit.” This makes sense, as fruits are the primary natural source of fructose.