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Fruit sugar (fructose) Calories
Simple sugar with high sweetness; contains no fiber or protein.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Fruit sugar (fructose) (12 g) has 48 calories. That works out to 400 calories per 100 g. It contains 12 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 19 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Fruit sugar (fructose) Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 12 g
48
KCAL / 12G
Carbs
12g
· 4% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
Fruit sugar (fructose) nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (12 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 48 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Tablespoon of Fruit sugar (fructose)?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 12 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (medium) | 4 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 5 g | 20 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 24 g | 96 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28 g | 112 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 50 g | 200 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 400 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 100 g | 400 kcal |
Calculated from 400 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fruit sugar (fructose)
What is fruit sugar (fructose)?
Fruit sugar (fructose) is a simple sugar found naturally in fruit and honey. It is also sold as a standalone sweetener, which lacks the fiber and water found in whole fruit.
Is fruit sugar (fructose) the same as regular table sugar?
No. Fruit sugar (fructose) is one type of sugar, while table sugar is sucrose, made of glucose and fructose joined together. Digestion breaks sucrose into those two sugars.
How is fruit sugar (fructose) different from glucose?
Fruit sugar (fructose) and glucose are different simple sugars. The body processes them differently: fructose is handled mainly by the liver, while glucose circulates in the blood and is used by cells throughout the body.
Is fruit sugar (fructose) in whole fruit different from added fructose?
The fructose molecule is the same, but whole fruit also provides fiber and water and takes longer to eat. Added fruit sugar (fructose) in sweetened foods does not come with that whole-fruit structure.
Does fruit sugar (fructose) raise blood sugar?
Yes, fruit sugar (fructose) can affect blood glucose, though it usually causes a smaller immediate rise than glucose. That difference does not make added fructose a sugar-free or unlimited option.
Is fruit sugar (fructose) safe for people with diabetes?
Fruit sugar (fructose) should not be treated as a freely usable substitute for sugar in diabetes. It affects blood glucose differently from glucose, but sweetened foods still count toward overall carbohydrate and added-sugar intake.
What is fruit sugar (fructose) intolerance?
Fruit sugar (fructose) intolerance can refer to poor intestinal absorption, which may cause bloating, gas, or diarrhea, or to the rare inherited condition hereditary fructose intolerance. Because the inherited condition requires strict medical management, seek a clinician's advice about suspected symptoms.
Is fruit sugar (fructose) the same as high-fructose corn syrup?
No. Fruit sugar (fructose) is a single sugar; high-fructose corn syrup is a sweetener containing both fructose and glucose. They are related, but they are not interchangeable names for the same ingredient.
Can fruit sugar (fructose) cause fatty liver?
High intake of added fruit sugar (fructose), particularly from sweetened drinks and foods, can contribute to fat buildup in the liver. Excess calories and sugar overall also matter, so fructose is not the only cause.
Can fruit sugar (fructose) replace sugar in baking?
Yes, fruit sugar (fructose) can sweeten baked goods, but it is sweeter than table sugar and may change a recipe's browning and texture. Use a recipe designed for fructose rather than swapping it cup for cup.
Fruit sugar (fructose) Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Manganese
0mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0.12mg · 0% DV
Zinc
0mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0mg · 0% DV
Fruit sugar (fructose) Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Fruit sugar (fructose)
To burn the 48 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (12 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Fruit sugar (fructose)?
Fruit sugar (fructose) is a simple sugar found naturally in fruit and honey. It is also sold as a crystalline sweetener for use in recipes and drinks. Because it tastes sweeter than table sugar, a smaller amount may be enough to sweeten a dish.
It can be stirred into drinks or used in baking, but it is not a substitute for whole fruit, which also provides fibre. As a sweetener, it is almost entirely carbohydrate and contains no fibre or protein. If you try it in a recipe, start with less than the stated amount of sugar, then adjust to taste.
How Nutritious Is Fruit sugar (fructose)?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Fruit sugar (fructose) Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Fruit sugar (fructose) Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Fruit sugar (fructose) Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Fruit sugar (fructose) Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.