Fructans

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Also known as:  Fructosans;  Levulins;  Polyfructoses

 

Description

Fructans are a group of Glycans Polysaccharides that are composed of linked units of Fructose.

 

Bioavailability

 Fructans are absorbed in the Large Intestine.

 

Types of Fructans

 Inulin

 Levans (also known as Levulans, Levulins) are present in Fungi.

 

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