Fructose, granulated
Other names: Estee, crystalline
Granulated fructose (fruit sugar) a natural by-product of fruits and honey.
Fructose loses some of its sweetness when heated so some adjustments may be
needed when substituting for granulated sugar. Fructose contains half the
calories of granulated sugar.
Fructose has a glycemic value is 20 (compared to glucose which is 100).
Fructose metabolizes at a slow rate, helping to control insulin surges. It
is recommended for diabetics and others seeking to control their carbs.
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You can sub it 1 to 1 with sugar so use whatever sub you use for sugar using
the same amount. The only brand I found was Fifty-50 most are generic
brands. I have seen it in bags near the sugar at my local grocery store.
Those were a different brand than Fifty-50 though.
Marleena
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Subject: QUESTION ABOUT SUGAR INFO.
I have a recipe for lemon merguine pie that calls for GRANULATED FRUCTOSE.
Please help what kind of sugar substitute is that, sweet & low, equal or other one. Thank You in advance for info.
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