Dextrose
noun
A type of sugar that comes from corn and can be found in many foods and drinks.
Many energy drinks contain dextrose, as it's a quick source of energy.

Often appears as...
- dextrose monohydrate
- dextrose solution
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Technical
noun
A substance used in medical treatments, especially in solutions given into a vein to provide energy.
The patient was given a dextrose solution to help increase their blood sugar levels.

Often appears as...
- dextrose injection
- dextrose infusion
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A type of sugar that comes from corn and can be found in many foods and drinks.
Many energy drinks contain dextrose, as it's a quick source of energy.

Often appears as...
- dextrose monohydrate
- dextrose solution
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A substance used in medical treatments, especially in solutions given into a vein to provide energy.
The patient was given a dextrose solution to help increase their blood sugar levels.

Often appears as...
- dextrose injection
- dextrose infusion
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 2

Food Ingredient
Dextrose is commonly used as a sweetener in processed foods.

Check the ingredients; this cereal has dextrose in it.
Energy Source
Athletes may consume dextrose for a quick energy boost.

After her run, she drank a dextrose-containing beverage.
Corn Origin
Remember, dextrose is derived from corn, which is important for those with allergies.

He avoids dextrose because he's allergic to corn.
Food Ingredient
Dextrose is commonly used as a sweetener in processed foods.

Check the ingredients; this cereal has dextrose in it.
Energy Source
Athletes may consume dextrose for a quick energy boost.

After her run, she drank a dextrose-containing beverage.
Corn Origin
Remember, dextrose is derived from corn, which is important for those with allergies.

He avoids dextrose because he's allergic to corn.
Food Ingredient
Dextrose is commonly used as a sweetener in processed foods.

Check the ingredients; this cereal has dextrose in it.
Energy Source
Athletes may consume dextrose for a quick energy boost.

After her run, she drank a dextrose-containing beverage.
Corn Origin
Remember, dextrose is derived from corn, which is important for those with allergies.

He avoids dextrose because he's allergic to corn.
Video examples
How sugar affects the...
called carbohydrates, and it's found in a wide variety of food and drink. Just check the labels on sweet products you buy. Glucose, fructose, sucrose, maltose, lactose, dextrose, and starch are all forms of sugar. So are high-fructose corn syrup,
Video examples
How sugar affects the...
called carbohydrates, and it's found in a wide variety of food and drink. Just check the labels on sweet products you buy. Glucose, fructose, sucrose, maltose, lactose, dextrose, and starch are all forms of sugar. So are high-fructose corn syrup,
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