allulose

American  

[al-yuh-lohs] / ˈæl yəˌloʊs /

noun

Chemistry.

1. a sugar, C 6 H 12 O 6 , found naturally in small quantities in brown sugar, maple syrup, molasses, wheat, figs, raisins, etc., and sometimes chemically synthesized from fructose for use as an alternative sweetener because it is relatively low in calories.

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Etymology

Origin of allulose

First recorded in 1855–60; all- ( def. ) + (cell)ulose ( def. )

Example Sentences

Some new types of sweeteners, such as allulose, taste sweet but don't raise blood sugar, requiring minimal to no insulin.

From Salon • Nov. 25, 2024

"We believe it is the holy grail of sugar replacement," says Ziv Zwighaft of a white granulated powder called allulose.

From BBC • Dec. 14, 2023

The cells consume all the glucose they are fed and convert it to allulose with a noteworthy concentration, a yield of over 60%, and purity of over 95%, outperforming the existing production methods.

From Science Daily • Oct. 24, 2023

It’s called allulose, and it has the potential to be the best sugar substitute since Splenda, possibly even better.

From Newsweek • Feb. 22, 2015

And some sweeteners, like allulose, can cause gastrointestinal discomfort when consumed in large amounts.

From Washington Post