Isomaltulose
Isomaltulose
Isomaltulose (pronounced as /ˌaɪsoʊˈmæltjuːloʊz/) is a type of sugar that is naturally found in honey and sugarcane juice. It is a disaccharide carbohydrate composed of glucose and fructose.
Etymology
The term "Isomaltulose" is derived from "isomer", a term in chemistry referring to compounds with the same formula but different structures, and "maltulose", a type of sugar.
Description
Isomaltulose is a low-glycemic carbohydrate, meaning it is digested and absorbed slowly by the body, resulting in a slower rise in blood sugar levels compared to other sugars. This makes it a popular choice for people with diabetes or those looking to control their blood sugar levels.
Isomaltulose is also used as a sweetener in various food and beverage products due to its mild sweetness, which is approximately 50% of the sweetness of sucrose. It is also resistant to fermentation by oral bacteria, which makes it less likely to contribute to tooth decay.
Related Terms
- Disaccharide: A type of sugar that is made up of two monosaccharides. Isomaltulose is a disaccharide composed of glucose and fructose.
- Glucose: A simple sugar that is an important energy source in living organisms and is a component of many carbohydrates.
- Fructose: A simple ketonic monosaccharide found in many plants, where it is often bonded to glucose to form the disaccharide sucrose.
- Sucrose: A common sugar found in many plants, and the usual table sugar consumed by humans. It is a disaccharide, a molecule composed of two monosaccharides: glucose and fructose.
- Diabetes: A group of metabolic disorders characterized by a high blood sugar level over a prolonged period of time.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Isomaltulose
- Wikipedia's article - Isomaltulose
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