Understanding fructose sensitivity and its link to liver health, energy production and Gilbert’s Syndrome. Do you ever feel bloated, foggy, or fatigued after eating fruit, honey, or sweetened foods or especially after soft drinks or processed/fast foods? If so, fructose — a naturally occurring sugar in many fruits and sweeteners — might be a hidden culprit. This is especially relevant if you have a sensitive liver or conditions like Gilbert’s syndrome, which may amplify your response to certain sugars. If you have Gilbert’s Syndrome and often experience fatigue and/or hypoglycemia (like I did for decades!), fructose could be a real problem. Let’s unpack how fructose sensitivity affects the body, which foods are most problematic, and how you can test for fructose-related issues. What is fructose, and why can it
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