Disaccharides vs. Monosaccharides
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3. Healthy Foods That Are Monosaccharides
Keeping with naturally based monosaccharides assists with weight loss and blood glucose levels. Foods with naturally occurring glucose include honey, dried fruits such as dates and figs, grapes and sweet corn. These foods help to replenish blood glucose levels and should be consumed in small quantities.
Foods that contain naturally occurring fructose include fruit juices, fresh grapes, pears, kiwi, and bananas and dried fruits such as apples and dates. The third, monosaccharide-galactose, occurs in healthy dairy products such as yogurt, milk and cottage cheese.
