PHILADELPHIA -- After one consumes food or a beverage containing fructose, the gastrointestinal system, or gut, helps to shield the liver from damage by breaking down the sugar before it reaches the ...

Fructose can cause inflammation, but it all depends on what kind. A recent study confirms that fructose can cause chronic inflammation and contribute to greater risk of other diseases. Dietitians and ...

High fructose intake is increasingly linked to fatty liver disease, as studies show sugar overload stresses the liver more than commonly blamed junk foods.

Fructose intolerance means your body can't properly digest fructose, a naturally occurring sugar. Foods that contain fructose include fruits, some vegetables, wheat, and many natural sweeteners. Try ...