Phlorizin Phlorizin Phlorizin (also referred to as phloridzin; chemical name phloretin-2'-β--glucopyranoside) is a glucoside of phloretin, a dihydrochalcone, a family of bicyclic flavonoids, which in turn is a subgroup in the diverse phenylpropanoid synthesis pathway in plants. Phlorizin is found primarily in unripe "Malus" (apple), root bark of apple, trace amounts have been found in strawberry. In "Malus", it is most abundant in vegetative tissues (such as leaves and bark) and seeds. Closely related species, such as pear ("Pyrus communis"), cherry, and other fruit trees in the "Rosaceae" do not contain phloridzin. Phloridzin is a phytochemical that belongs to the class
Fruit snack The name "fruit snack" was first used in 1983 by General Mills, which they used to describe their version of Shalhoub's product, Fruit Roll-Ups, which contained far more sugar. By the mid-1980s, the fruit snack was a multimillion-dollar business. General Mills, owner of Betty Crocker products, introduced the first Fruit Corners Fruit Roll-Ups in 1983 and then Fruit by the Foot. Fruit Roll-Ups and Fruit by the Foot are packaged similarly, and the products are rolled around a material so the snack does not stick to itself. However, the two snacks differ with respect to taste, texture, and consistency. Fruit