Health Tip: Managing Fructose Intolerance
(HealthDay News) -- Fructose intolerance occurs when the body has difficulty absorbing fructose, a natural sugar found in fruits, vegetables and honey.
The American Gastroenterological Association offers these suggestions to help manage fructose intolerance:
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Restrict consumption of fruit juices and fruits.
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Keep a food diary to see how much fructose you can consume comfortably.
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Limit consumption of honey.
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Avoid drinking soda, to which fructose is often added.
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Limit consumption of alcohol.