Glucose
Glucose is a type of sugar that provides energy to our bodies. It is a simple carbohydrate that our bodies use as a source of fuel. Glucose can be found naturally in many foods like fruits and honey, and it is also produced commercially for various purposes.
Commercially, glucose is typically made from corn or wheat starch. The process involves breaking down these starchy plants into their individual sugar molecules through a series of chemical reactions. This results in the creation of a pure form of glucose that can be used in a variety of food products.
Glucose appears on food labels because it serves various functions in food production. It can enhance sweetness, provide structure in baked goods, act as a preservative to prolong shelf life, and even help in browning during baking. Common foods that may contain glucose include soft drinks, candies, baked goods, and some processed foods.
Foods in the CalorieStar database containing Glucose
Wicked Kitchen BBQ Beans And MashWicked Kitchen BBQ Butternut Mac
Asda BLT Pasta Salad
Snack a Jacks Chocolate Chip Rice Cakes
Sainsbury's Fish Pie, Be Good To Yourself
Sainsbury's Fruit Fool Mediterranean Lemon
Asda Plant Based Duckless Spring Rolls
Sainsbury's Salted Caramel & Belgian Milk Chocolate Cookies, Taste Difference
Snack A Jack Sour Cream & Chive Multipack Snacks
Walkers Squares Crunchy Cheese & Onion Snacks
Snack Treat Peanut Bar
Sainsbury's Victoria Sponge Cake, Taste the Difference
