*Dextrose Monohydrate* `C6H12O6·H2O`
aka *Glucose monohydrate*
It’s basically pure sugar + 1 water molecule. It’s the same sugar your body runs on, just in powder/crystal form.
# *Main Uses*
# *1. Food & Beverage*
- *Sweetener*: Less sweet than table sugar. Used in baked goods, candies, ice cream, cereals.
- *Fermentation*: Food for yeast in beer, wine, bread.
- *Browning*: Helps with caramelization and color in baked goods.
- *Energy drink / sports drink*: Quick energy because it absorbs fast.
# *2. Medical & Health*
- *IV Fluids / D5W, D10W*: Main ingredient in hospital IV dextrose drips for hydration + energy.
- *Oral Rehydration*: In ORS sachets to help absorb water and electrolytes.
- *Blood sugar*: Tablets/gels for treating low blood sugar / hypoglycemia.
- *Tube feeding*: Part of nutritional formulas.