How sweet it is: A sugar terminology guide A sugar by any other
name is confusing. Here's a breakdown of common sugar terms and
what they mean. Wed, Jan 16 2013 at 10:01 AM Sugars are the
simplest form of carbohydrates and are the building blocks of
other complex carbohydrates. They are mostly monosaccharides or
disaccharides, meaning they contain either one or two sugar
molecules. Sugar is absorbed in the small intestine where it
passes into the bloodstream. The level of sweetness and ability
to raise blood sugar levels varies depending on the type of
sugar molecule. You may find one or more of these in mostly pre-
packaged processed foods, drinks, gums and candies, especially
diet products and foods marketed to diabetics. Here's a list of
common sugar terms: Fructose: Fructose, also known as fruit
sugar, is one of three monosaccharides (glucose and galactose
are the other two) and is commonly found in foods. It is a
nutritive sweetener, meaning it contains calories. “Along with
sucrose (table sugar), it is u