Sources of Pure Glucose

Glucose is a type of sugar that generally occurs in a person's body after eating carbohydrates. People who suffer from hypoglycemia or diabetes may not be able to produce glucose. Therefore, they may need to ingest pure glucose from time to time. There are several forms of pure glucose available.

Powder

• Powdered forms of pure glucose are added to water, which is then drunk. They are meant to raise blood sugar levels.

Gel

• Gel forms of pure glucose are generally in tubes and given to a diabetic or hypoglycemic to bring up their blood sugar very quickly, even if the person is unconscious.

Tablet

• Tablet forms of pure glucose raise blood sugar levels fast. However, the person who takes the tablet must be coherent enough to chew it.

Liquid

• Pure glucose can be found in liquid forms as well, but is not as readily available as other forms of pure glucose.

Considerations

• In order for glucose to be pure, it must not contain anything else, including flavoring. The only exception to this is water.