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Glucose Foods high in glucose and how much you need · Sugars

Glucose is a simple sugar that serves as the primary source of energy for the body's cells. It is a type of carbohydrate that is found in various foods and is also released during the digestion of carbohydrates.

Most in a serving: Raspberry juice concentrate

There's no official daily target for glucose.

Among plant foods, raspberry juice concentrate; date, medjool and litchis, dried have the most glucose per serving.

Plant sources

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Foods highest in glucose

Ranked from 636 foods in our catalog, one entry per food.

1

Raspberry juice concentrate 41 g

serving (240 g) · Juices
2

Grape juice 16.5 g

serving (240 g) · Juices
3

Pomegranate juice 15.1 g

serving (240 g) · Juices
4

Date, medjool 13.5 g

serving (40 g) · Fruits
5

Jackfruit 13.3 g

serving (140 g) · Fruits
6

Litchis, dried 13 g

serving (40 g) · Nuts, seeds and dried fruits
7

Plantains, yellow 12.2 g

serving (140 g) · Fruits
8

Currant, zante 11.9 g

serving (40 g) · Berries
9

Raisin 11.9 g

serving (40 g) · Nuts, seeds and dried fruits
10

Mamey sapote 11.2 g

serving (140 g) · Berries
11

Blueberry 8.4 g

serving (140 g) · Berries
12

Apricot, dried 8.3 g

serving (40 g) · Nuts, seeds and dried fruits
13

Skim Milk powder 6.3 g

serving (30 g) · Miscellaneous ingredients
14

Honey 5.7 g

serving (15 g) · Sugar and syrups
15

Curd milk, plain, 1% fat, lactose-free 5.5 g

serving (240 g) · Cultured milks
16

Baked banana 5.4 g

serving (140 g) · Fruit and berry dishes other than pies
17

Sour milk, acidophilus bifidus, 1.5% fat, low-lactose, probiotics 5.2 g

serving (240 g) · Soured milks
18

Syrup 5.1 g

serving (21 g) · Sugar and syrups
19

Glucose syrup, partly refined, starchy 4.4 g

serving (30 g) · Sugar and syrups
20

Black currant juice 4.3 g

serving (240 g) · Juice drink
21

Yoghurt, plain, 2,5 % fat, organic, lactose-free 4.3 g

serving (170 g) · Yoghurt
22

Liquorice, licorice 4.2 g

serving (30 g) · Confectionery
23

White wine, sweet 3.9 g

serving (150 g) · Wines
24

Baked apple 3.8 g

serving (140 g) · Fruit and berry dishes other than pies
25

Soy product, soured, 2% fat, calcium 3.4 g

serving (170 g) · Yoghurt
26

Swede, simmered 3.2 g

serving (85 g) · Cooked vegetables
27

Tomato juice 3.1 g

cup (240 g) · Vegetable juices
28

Cabbage, boiled 2.4 g

serving (85 g) · Cooked vegetables
29

Quark, 0.3% fat, lactose-free 2.3 g

serving (110 g) · Quark
30

Oyster mushroom 2.2 g

serving (85 g) · Mushroom
31

Liqueur, 20-30% 2.2 g

fl oz (34.7 g) · Spirits
32

Sugar snap pea 2.2 g

serving (90 g) · Pulses
33

Shiitake mushroom, raw 2.1 g

serving (85 g) · Mushroom
34

Sweet pepper, baked 2.1 g

serving (85 g) · Cooked vegetables
35

Coconut water, unsweetened 2 g

cup (240 g) · Vegetable juices
36

Kohlrabi 1.9 g

serving (85 g) · Vegetables
37

Tomato puree 1.8 g

serving (60 g) · Condiments
38

Mushroom, portabella 1.7 g

serving (85 g) · Mushroom
39

Tomato, crushed, canned 1.7 g

serving (130 g) · Canned vegetables
40

Pulled pork 1.7 g

serving (85 g) · Meat dishes
41

Red cabbage 1.5 g

serving (85 g) · Vegetables
42

Radish, white 1.4 g

serving (85 g) · Vegetables
43

Whey protein concentrate (75%) 1.3 g

scoop (28.7 g) · Miscellaneous ingredients
44

Vinegar, balsamic 1.2 g

tbsp (16 g) · Condiments
45

Green bean, string bean, boiled 0.99 g

serving (90 g) · Pulses
46

Tomato paste 0.88 g

tbsp (16 g) · Condiments
47

Pork and beef, canned 0.85 g

serving (85 g) · Meat products
48

Marshmallow 0.77 g

serving (30 g) · Confectionery
49

Barley malt for beer 0.72 g

serving (30 g) · Miscellaneous ingredients
50

Frankfurter, fried without fat 0.7 g

serving (55 g) · Sausages

Learn about glucose

What does glucose do for the body?

Glucose is the primary source of energy for the body's cells, particularly for the brain and muscles. It plays a crucial role in fueling cellular processes, providing energy for all bodily functions, and maintaining normal functioning of the central nervous system.

How much glucose do I need?

There are no specific requirements for glucose intake. However, it is generally recommended to consume a balanced diet that includes carbohydrates, which are then converted into glucose to provide energy.

What are the health benefits of glucose?

Glucose serves as the primary source of energy for the body's cells, providing fuel for the brain and muscles. It is essential for proper functioning of the central nervous system and supports cognitive function. Additionally, glucose plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy blood sugar levels, which is vital for overall well-being.

What are the health risks associated with consuming too much glucose?

Consuming too much added sugars can contribute to health issues such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, tooth decay, and an increased risk of heart disease.

What if your glucose levels are low?

Low glucose levels, also known as hypoglycemia, can lead to symptoms such as shakiness, sweating, irritability, confusion, and in severe cases, seizures or loss of consciousness. It's important to raise blood glucose levels by consuming fast-acting carbohydrates, such as fruit juice or glucose tablets. It's also essential to work with a healthcare provider to identify the underlying cause of low blood sugar and develop a plan to prevent it in the future.

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