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Sugar in fruit: misconceptions
Glucose, fructose, sucrose: what's what?
Sugar in fruit is one of the most misunderstood topics in nutrition. The natural fructose of a whole fruit is often confused with the added fructose of a soda. And yet, their metabolic behaviour is radically different. A progressive level-by-level exploration. You can ask 3 questions across the whole exploration. Every answer relies purely on landmark scientific publications: Journal of Medical Genetics, American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. See our terms and conditions and find the full glossary in the footer. The information shared here does not replace advice from a qualified health professional.