Aglyukon

Aglucone (from the Latin aglycone - without sugar) is a carbohydrate that does not contain sugar. It can be either a simple substance or a complex one.

Aglucones occur naturally as glycosides, which are complex compounds consisting of carbohydrates and non-saccharide components. They play an important role in the life of plants and animals, as they provide metabolism and energy in the body.

The main sources of aglucones are fruits and vegetables. For example, an apple contains a large amount of aglucone - pectin. Pectin is a soluble polysaccharide that has gelling properties and is used in the food industry for the production of marmalade, jellies, jams and other confectionery products.

In addition, aglucones can be synthesized artificially in the laboratory. For example, aglucone sugar, mannose, can be obtained from glucose. Mannose has high biological activity and is used in medicine to treat various diseases.

Thus, aglucone is an important component of many foods and dietary supplements. Its properties and applications in medicine and the food industry continue to be studied and expanded.