fructose
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The team found that fructose increased levels of the gut hormone PYY.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 26, 2026
Although fructose and glucose produced similar short-term effects on food intake, the mice eventually developed preferences that corresponded to the degree of AgRP neuron inhibition triggered by each sugar.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 26, 2026
Even though fructose and glucose provide the same amount of energy, the mice's brains processed them differently.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 26, 2026
The researchers also note that fructose exposure is not limited to food and beverages alone.
From Science Daily ● May 11, 2026
It’s a blend of 55 percent fructose and 45 percent glucose that tastes exactly as sweet as table sugar.
From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan
Vocabulary lists containing fructose
Nutrition - Introductory
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Nutrition - Middle School
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Nutrition - High School
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