Sucrose (α-D-glucopyranosyl-β-D-fructofuranoside, or β-D-fructofuranosyl-α-D-glucopyranoside), a carbohydrate from the group of disaccharides (a combination of fructose and glucose), the food ingredient is sugar beet (Beta vulgaris) and sugar cane (Saccharum officiarum) and maple syrup (trade name: crystal sugar). Sucrose gives sweet taste to food, preserving them at the same time. As it belongs to high-glycemic sugars, its consumption should be limited to periods of pre- and post-workout (before, during, and after exercise). Available in general sale in every above mentioned form.