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Sweet talk: exploring the nuances between "sugar" and "fructose"
Anwar Kareem 02/10/2024, 10:59English.me team member
What is similar?
Both "sugar" and "fructose" refer to sweet-tasting substances that are part of the carbohydrate family. They are used in food and drinks and are sources of energy.
What is different?
"Sugar" is a general term for sweet-tasting, soluble carbohydrates, which includes different types such as sucrose, glucose, and fructose. "Fructose" is a specific type of sugar, also known as fruit sugar, found in fruits, honey, and root vegetables.
Which one is more common?
Examples of usage
Sugar- She added a teaspoon of sugar to her coffee.
- Sugar is often used as a sweetener in baking.
- They are trying to reduce their sugar intake for health reasons.
- Fructose is naturally found in fruits and honey.
- The fructose content in this beverage is quite high.
- Some people have difficulty digesting fructose properly.
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