Q: I’ve noticed that more and more diet and sugar-free food products contain ingredients called sugar alcohols. What are they? And are they any better for you than table sugar? A: If you are a regular ...
If you are a regular reader of food packaging on diet and sugar-free food products, you may have noticed a row under the “total carbohydrate” section of some nutrition facts labels called “sugar ...
Both sweeten things up, but they differ in calories, carbohydrates and possible health benefits. Reviewed by Dietitian Karen Ansel, M.S., RDN Sugar alcohols and artificial sweeteners are popular sugar ...
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What happens to your blood sugar when you drink alcohol
Medically reviewed by Allison Herries, RDN Key Takeaways Alcohol can lower or raise blood sugar—and sometimes both. Sugary ...
Dear Dr. K: I have Type 2 diabetes. Many low-carb and sugar-free products contain “sugar alcohols.” What are they? Do they count as carbohydrates? Dear Reader: Type 2 diabetes is marked by elevated ...
Researchers at UC Davis have identified changes in the gut microbiome that can result in an inability to digest sorbitol. Sorbitol, a sugar alcohol, is used in sugar-free gum, mints, candy and other ...
Sugar alcohols and artificial sweeteners are popular sugar substitutes. Both can add sweetness to foods and drinks for little to no calories. But there are differences, and some may have mild side ...
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