List of Foods with Fructose

Fructose is a type of sugar found naturally in many foods. Here's a comprehensive list of common foods that contain fructose.

Fruits

  • Apples: Rich in fructose, especially in varieties like Fuji and Honeycrisp.
  • Pears: Known for their high fructose content, with Bartlett and Anjou being prominent examples.
  • Cherries: Contain significant amounts of fructose.
  • Mangoes: Another fruit with high fructose levels.
  • Watermelon: Contains fructose in considerable quantities.
  • Grapes: Both red and green grapes are high in fructose.
  • Pineapples: Have a moderate amount of fructose.
  • Bananas: Though more known for their potassium, they also contain fructose.
  • Figs: These are especially high in fructose.
  • Dates: A very concentrated source of fructose.

Vegetables

  • Sweet Potatoes: Contains some fructose, though less than fruits.
  • Beets: Have a moderate amount of fructose.
  • Carrots: Contain smaller amounts of fructose.

Sweeteners and Processed Foods

  • High-Fructose Corn Syrup: A common sweetener in many processed foods and beverages.
  • Honey: Contains a significant amount of fructose.
  • Agave Syrup: High in fructose compared to other sweeteners.
  • Maple Syrup: Contains fructose but also has a mix of other sugars.

Beverages

  • Fruit Juices: Often have high levels of fructose, especially if they are not 100% pure.
  • Soft Drinks: Many contain high-fructose corn syrup.
  • Energy Drinks: Often sweetened with high-fructose corn syrup.

Condiments and Sauces

  • Ketchup: Contains high-fructose corn syrup.
  • Barbecue Sauce: Often made with high-fructose corn syrup.
  • Sweet and Sour Sauce: Usually includes fructose from sweeteners.

Snacks and Desserts

  • Candy: Many types, especially those made with high-fructose corn syrup.
  • Cookies: Often contain fructose due to added sweeteners.
  • Pastries: Can have high levels of fructose, depending on the ingredients used.

Grains and Baked Goods

  • Granola Bars: Frequently include fructose from added sweeteners.
  • Breakfast Cereals: Many are sweetened with high-fructose corn syrup or other fructose-containing sweeteners.
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