10. Watermelon
Watermelon is mostly composed of water and sugar, which makes it one of the best sources of fructose. It has a high glycemic index of 72, which means that it can immediately spike up blood sugar levels. Just a wedge of watermelon contains 18 grams of fructose so diabetic patients and people who cannot tolerate fructose should minimize the consumption of this fruit.
Something to Takeaway
Not all sugars are bad for our health. Fructose is one of these healthy sugars and it is nature’s way of making us enjoy the sweet things in life. Fructose is commonly found in fruits, which are essential in everyday living as source of vitamins, minerals and energy. Taking these in moderation is the key to enjoy its benefits. Unlike other carbs and sugars, fructose is processed in the liver so it is not easily converted to fat. Just be sure to choose natural source of fructose from these fruits and vegetables and not rely on synthetic high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) that isn’t healthy and commonly found on processed foods, beverages, pastries, sauces and salad dressings.
