The dark face of fructose as a tumor promoter

Publication date: Available online 16 October 2019Source: Genes & DiseasesAuthor(s): Prasanna K. SanthekadurAbstractFructose, an essential biomolecule is a major ingredient of the modern diet across the globe. Excess consumption of fructose may be a key driver of many serious diseases such as obesity, heart diseases, type 2 diabetes and cancer. Understanding the metabolism of fructose, molecular mechanisms of its toxic nature will aid in the treatment of various diseases including cancer.
Source: Genes and Diseases - Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: research