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Carob Sugars: Sucrose, Glucose, and Fructose
22 October 2026
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The most distinctive feature that distinguishes carob from other leguminous fruits is the high sugar content of the pulp. Most of this sweetness comes from sucrose; glucose and fructose are found in lower proportions, but in proportions that affect the taste and processing behavior of the product.
Read MoreStructure of the Carob Pod: Pulp and Seed Ratio
21 October 2026
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Carob fruit is a legume fruit from a botanical point of view; Although it looks like a single piece from the outside, it contains two main components with different economic value: sweet and fibrous pulp and hard-shelled seeds. In scientific sources, it is reported that the pulp makes up most of the weight of the pod, while the seed usually has a share ranging from around 10 percent to 25 percent.
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