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Sugar alcohols are a type of sweetener. They are used in foods labeled "sugar-free" or "no sugar added."
You'll find them in:
You'll also find them in sugar-free foods, such as:
Small amounts are found naturally in plant foods, such as berries and fruits.
Common names for sugar alcohols are erythritol, glycerol, isomalt, lactitol, maltitol, mannitol, sorbitol, xylitol, and hydrogenated starch hydrolysates (HSH).
These sweeteners turn to glucose more slowly and don't cause sudden increases in blood sugar. But if you eat too much of them, they can cause diarrhea, bloating, and even weight gain.
Even though a food is "sugar-free," it still has carbohydrate and calories. Sugar alcohols have about half to a third fewer calories than sugar.
If you have diabetes, read food labels closely. Look for the amount of carbs in each serving of food that has sugar alcohol.
Sugar alcohols don't cause sudden spikes in blood sugar. But they do have some effect on it.
Current as of: September 20, 2023
Author: Healthwise Staff
Clinical Review Board
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Current as of: September 20, 2023
Author: Healthwise Staff
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