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Is Erythritol Actually A “Healthy” Sugar Substitute? Studies Say No
The promise of a sugar-free substitute in the form of erythritol wooed a lot of people. However, there’s a dark side to this sweetener. Let’s take a look and see why.
By Anna Hugoboom2 min read
This popular sugar substitute was touted as the stevia twin of health awareness and sugar elimination. While the sugar phobic tossed out natural sweeteners, like raw honey, they welcomed alcohol sugars, like erythritol, with open arms. Those who subscribe to the Keto lifestyle went crazy over it. Many consumers believed it to be a healthy option and put it in their coffee, protein shakes (I did for a while), baked goods, ice cream, “sugar-free” candy, and chewing gum — until their gut went on strike.