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What Is Fructose — and Is It Safe? Everything You Need to Know

In this episode, we dive into fructose — the natural sugar in fruit that’s also processed into high fructose corn syrup and added to thousands of packaged foods. But how does it compare to other sugars? Is it safe in moderation, or does it fuel obesity, fatty liver, and diabetes?

We cover:

• What fructose is and how it works in your body 🍎
• Natural fructose vs added fructose (fruit vs soda) 🥤
• What high fructose corn syrup really is and why it’s controversial ⚠️
• Where hidden fructose shows up in your diet 🔍
• Pros and cons compared to glucose and sucrose ⚖️
• How much is too much, based on current research 📊
• Symptoms and risks of excessive intake 🚨
• How to cut back and protect your health ✅

We also touch on the history of fructose and how food manufacturing changed our sugar consumption. This is your doctor-approved guide to understanding how fructose impacts your health and how to make smarter choices.

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