sugar alcohols
Sugar alcohols are a group of low-calorie sweeteners that occur naturally in some fruits and vegetables, or are produced by converting sugars. They have a similar taste to sugar but contain fewer calories and are less likely to cause tooth decay.
Requires login.
Related Concepts (25)
- carbohydrate counting methods
- carbohydrates
- dental health and sugar alcohols
- erythritol
- gastrointestinal effects of sugar alcohols
- hydrogenated starch hydrolysates
- isomalt
- lactitol
- maltitol
- mannitol
- net carbs
- polyol
- possible adverse effects of excessive sugar alcohol consumption
- sorbitol
- sugar alcohol metabolism
- sugar alcohols and blood sugar levels
- sugar alcohols and weight management
- sugar alcohols as a low-calorie sweetener
- sugar alcohols in diabetic diets
- sugar alcohols in processed foods
- sugar alcohols in protein bars and snacks
- sugar alcohols in sugar-free chewing gum and candies
- sugar substitutes
- uses of sugar alcohols in baking and cooking
- xylitol