Sorbitol is a sugar -- produced from fruits -- that the body uses slowly. It is a sweetener used in diet foods and is called a nutritive sweetener because it has four calories in every gram, just like table sugar and starch. These compounds are used in many foods labeled as sugar free and no sugar added and can raise your blood glucose.
About. The Life Sciences Major is a cross-disciplinary program that features core courses in the fundamental biological sciences (animal, plant, microbiology, cell, and molecular) and specializations that range from concentrations in pure biology to multidisciplinary and applied life sciences.
Life Sciences Life sciences Specializations and courses explore properties of organisms and living ecosystems, with subtopics including biology, nutrition, zoology, and healthcare. Courses in this field will improve your understanding of animal and plant life, and your ability to analyze how complex systems interact with each other and respond to change.