Should humans consume fructose?

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Paul Saladino19m · 2023-09-14

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Well SupportedThe free testosterone to cortisol ratio is a useful marker for training stress and requires a moderately high carbohydrate intake for validity.Well SupportedPure fructose or processed sugars like high-fructose corn syrup should not be conflated with whole-food carbohydrate sources such as fruit or honey.Not SupportedLong-term ketosis can lead to significant electrolyte insufficiency, impaired thyroid function, and lower body temperatures.Well SupportedFruit juices can improve endothelial function, decrease lipid peroxidation, and decrease DNA damage.Well Supported

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Freshly squeezed red orange juice can be beneficial for the endothelium when consumed in moderation.

Well SupportedFruit and even fruit juice are unequivocally beneficial for human health, potentially due to fiber content mitigating fructose absorption.

Well SupportedFruits contain vitamin C and other vitamins and minerals that mitigate the effects of fructose in the body.

Well SupportedConsuming carbohydrates from tolerated sources like fruit, honey, or tubers can positively impact thyroid and sex hormones.

Partially SupportedA small fraction of animals are poisonous, while the majority of animals and their parts are edible and not toxic.

Well SupportedWatermelon juice consumed with an oral glucose tolerance test attenuates negative endothelial effects.

Partially SupportedA four-week study in obese men showed a high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet increased cortisol regeneration and reduced cortisol inactivation.

Partially SupportedRaw meat and raw liver contain significant amounts of glycogen, which is consumed by the Inuit.

Partially SupportedKeto-adapted individuals may have a lower insulin response to protein due to a different physiologic switch involving the insulin-glucagon ratio.

Not SupportedFructose in the form of processed sugars or high fructose corn syrup is not beneficial for humans.

Partially SupportedFructose in whole fruit elicits a different physiological response compared to fructose in isolation.

Partially SupportedSoluble and insoluble fiber can form a lattice structure that blocks about 30% of absorption in the intestine.

Partially SupportedPaul Saladino has been in ketosis for a long time without experiencing issues, despite not regularly checking ketones or blood sugar.

Partially SupportedKetosis for 24 months maintained stable cortisol and thyroid function with other markers improving or remaining the same.

Partially SupportedIndividuals recovering from psychological food addiction may need to abstain from carbohydrates, while others can reincorporate carbohydrates like fruit juice, fruit, and honey.

Not SupportedFor individuals with a history of carb or sugar addiction, consuming fruit and honey can trigger previous addictive compulsions, potentially leading to a relapse into processed food consumption.

Not SupportedReintroducing significant amounts of fruit and honey after a period of low-carbohydrate eating can lead to relapse into carb addiction and weight gain.

Partially SupportedResearch on fruit and fruit juice being bad for humans may be conflating data from processed sugars.

Partially SupportedPaul Saladino prefers to salt food to taste and no longer needs or particularly enjoys added salt.

Partially SupportedLong-term carnivore practitioners suggest avoiding salt to prevent addiction and overeating.

Partially SupportedPaul Saladino encourages people to self-experiment with their diet, particularly by eating more meat, to find what works best for them.

Partially SupportedIndividuals should not feel obligated to eat vegetables if they do not perceive a benefit.

Not SupportedStudies funded by beverage companies claiming product benefits should be viewed with skepticism.

Partially SupportedStudies on juice consumption in processed food diets may not be directly translatable to populations eating a largely meat-based diet.

Partially SupportedAbsorbing 30% less sugar due to fiber intake will improve blood sugar levels.