simple sugar

noun

, Chemistry.

1. monosaccharide.

simple sugar

1. See monosaccharide

Word History and Origins

Origin of simple sugar¹

First recorded in 1940–45

Example Sentences

Pure glucose, a simple sugar, has a maximum glycemic index value of 100.

From Salon

They realized that Candida really liked simple sugars, similar to those found in high-sugar diets.

From Science Daily

This is a molecule made of two simple sugars – glucose and fructose – in a 1:1 ratio and chemically bound.

From Salon

The recipes include simple sugar cookies that she calls “a gesture of goodwill,” cakes and pies and puddings and a Nutella banana cake that started a viral craze.

From Seattle Times

Limiting simple sugars and refined carbohydrates may improve certain aspects of metabolic health, as these are some of the most easily digested and absorbed calories.

From Salon