What are "kernels of Fructose"?!
What is the meaning of this? What's the difference between "kernels of Fructose" and "High Fructose Corn Syrup"?
I have been trying to avoid High Fructose Corn Syrup, which is an ingredient that appears on many sweetened drinks.
BTW, I didn't buy this drink, I'd just like to know.
Answers: I saw a drink for sale that listed "kernels of Fructose" in the ingredients, but then put "NOT corn syrup".
What is the meaning of this? What's the difference between "kernels of Fructose" and "High Fructose Corn Syrup"?
I have been trying to avoid High Fructose Corn Syrup, which is an ingredient that appears on many sweetened drinks.
BTW, I didn't buy this drink, I'd just like to know.
Fructose is the sugar that occurs naturally in fruits and vegetables. The fiber in fruits and vegetables help slow the absorption of fructose by the body. I'm not sure what the manufacturer means by "kernels" of fructose.
HFCS, made from corn, has gone through a process to increase it's sugar content. HFCS contains up to 80% fructose and 20% sucrose, is quickly absorbed by the body, causing a spike in blood sugar, and can lead to insulin resistance.
Fructose is often recommended for, and consumed by, people with diabetes mellitus or hypoglycemia, because it has a very low glycemic index (GI) relative to cane sugar (sucrose).
Honey, tree fruits, berries, melons, and some root vegetables, such as beets, sweet potatoes, parsnips, and onions, contain fructose.
However, too much fructose in our diets is not healthy either. Best if consumed in it's natural form (via fruits or vegetables) rather than as an additive to sweeten foods.
I could not find a thing on the net. It is strange. But I would try this question on Sciences and Math. Maybe there you can find the answer since this is more of a biology/science question than cooking and recipe.
I've seen Corn Syrup solids and I'm wondering if it's the same as Fructose Kernals or whatever. I too try to avoid HFCS. I wish beverage makers would use real sugar.