How to Test for a Reducing Sugar in a Food Sample
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Did you know that not all sugars are created equal? In fact, while all monosaccharides are reducing sugars, a significant number of disaccharides are not. Understanding how to test for a reducing sugar in a food sample is crucial in food science and nutritional analysis, as it can indicate the presence of simple carbohydrates like glucose and fructose.
