A Brief Introduction to Allulose
Molecular Formula:C6H12O6
Molecular Weight:180.16
CAS No.:551-68-8
Appearance:White crystalline powder
Regular commercial package: 25kg/drum
What is Allulose?
Allulose is a near-zero-calorie sugar substitute and one of the most promising alternatives to sucrose. It boasts high sweetness, good solubility, low calories, and a low glycemic response, making it suitable for obese individuals, the elderly, and diabetics as a replacement for traditional sugars. Allulose can inhibit fatty liver enzymes, thus reducing fat accumulation; it also inhibits intestinal alpha-glucosidase, helping to stabilize post-meal blood sugar levels, making it extremely beneficial for your health.
Highassay’s Allulose
Highassay’s Allulose raw material is a white crystalline powder with good flowability, similar in appearance to common sucrose. Highassay’s Allulose is not an artificial sweetener, but a naturally occurring rare sugar. Allulose is mainly produced from fructose through a bio-enzymatic conversion process. It possesses characteristics such as natural origin, a taste similar to sucrose, extremely low calories, and various physiological benefits. It is fundamentally different from traditional artificial sweeteners and high-intensity sweeteners, and is widely used in the health food and pharmaceutical industries.
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Application of Allulose in the food industry
As one of the important ingredients in “sugar reduction” innovations within the food industry, Allulose is a sugar alcohol that boasts a pleasant taste, low calorie content, and blood sugar-friendly properties, making it a preferred choice for healthy foods and sugar-controlled products.
Candy/Chocolate
Beverages
Meal Replacement Foods
Ice Cream
Dairy Products
Sauces
Baked Goods
Benefits of Allulose
- It is a natural ingredient found in fruits such as raisins, figs, and kiwis. It is also present in brown sugar.
- Its sweetness is 70% of that of sucrose, but the sweetness is pure and mild, very similar to that of sucrose. It does not change with temperature, maintaining the same taste experience, and its calorie content is far lower than that of sucrose.
- Compared to glucose and fructose, Allulose has a stronger ability to scavenge reactive oxygen species.
- Allulose is largely not absorbed or metabolized by the human body and is excreted in the urine. It has minimal impact on blood sugar and insulin levels, making it a better alternative to traditional sugars for diabetic patients and those who need to control their sugar intake.
- Highassay’s Allulose is available in two forms: solid (Allulose powder) and liquid (Allulose syrup).
Allulose GLP-1: Lowers blood sugar and promotes weight loss
GLP-1 is a hormone naturally secreted by L cells in the intestines after eating. It not only lowers blood sugar but also controls appetite, slows gastric emptying, and protects the heart. Incorporating Allulose into a balanced diet helps increase GLP-1 secretion, promoting satiety and improving post-meal blood sugar levels. For healthy individuals, this can help reduce subsequent food intake and assist in weight management; for diabetic patients, it is a safe dietary aid that helps improve post-meal blood sugar control. However, as an excellent food ingredient, it should not be used as a medication.
Applications of Allulose
- Low in calories and with a pure, sweet taste, it’s a perfect substitute for sucrose, and moderate consumption is beneficial to health.
- Adding Allulose to food helps improve its gelling properties, resulting in foods that have a solid shape and elasticity while retaining a high water content, such as jellies, puddings, and yogurt.
- Adding Allulose can induce the Maillard reaction with food proteins, thereby improving the color and flavor of the food, resulting in a sensory experience similar to products containing regular sugar.
- Allulose can reduce water activity without altering the sweetness and texture of food, thereby inhibiting bacterial growth and extending the shelf life of food.
- As a safe supplement for managing blood sugar and weight.
- As a prebiotic for regulating the gut microbiome.
- Achieve neuroprotection through advancements in metabolism and antioxidant mechanisms.
- Utilizing its excellent physical and chemical properties as a masking agent and shaping agent for pharmaceuticals.
Allulose can be used in low-carb and ketogenic diets. A ketogenic diet is a diet high in fat (70%-80%), low in carbohydrates (≤50 grams), and with moderate protein. Allulose is special because it not only regulates blood sugar but also helps prevent adult-onset diseases.
Compared to Allulose, monk fruit sweetener has higher sweetness, calories, and carbohydrate content. However, the monk fruit and Allulose mixture is a scientifically formulated blend, making it a technologically advanced and user-friendly compound sweetener currently available on the market.
Compared to sweeteners such as stevia, erythritol, and sucralose, Allulose has its own advantages. You can choose the best option based on your specific needs.
Side effects of Allulose
Consuming Allulose in moderation is safe and harmless to the human body. However, long-term excessive consumption may cause discomfort, but these symptoms will quickly disappear once the dosage is controlled.
Common side effects include gastrointestinal discomfort such as bloating and diarrhea. Due to individual differences in physical condition, some diabetic patients may experience slight fluctuations in blood sugar levels; therefore, blood sugar levels should be monitored during use.
Individuals who should avoid or use allulose with caution
- Patients with hereditary fructose intolerance
- Pregnant and breastfeeding women, and children
- Patients with chronic gastrointestinal diseases
