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.
Education Required. Aspiring life science teachers usually earn a bachelor's degree in the subject from an accredited university. A life science curriculum often includes courses in biology, chemistry, earth science and physics. Public school requirements typically include completion of a state-approved teacher training program and a license.