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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Erythritol is used as a low-calorie sweetener. It provides about 70% of the sweetness …
What it is
Erythritol is a sugar alcohol that occurs naturally in some fruits and fermented foods. It is produced commercially through the fermentation of glucose by yeast.
Why it's used
Erythritol is used as a low-calorie sweetener. It provides about 70% of the sweetness of sugar but with very few calories. It is often found in sugar-free or reduced-sugar products like chocolate, beverages, and baked goods.
Health notes
In the U.S., erythritol is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for use as a sweetener. It is absorbed by the body and largely excreted unchanged, leading to fewer digestive issues than some other sugar alcohols. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated erythritol. Some recent research has explored potential links between high blood levels of erythritol and cardiovascular risk, but more research is needed to understand these findings in the context of dietary intake.
Allergen info
Erythritol is not derived from any of the FDA's major allergens and is not a source of gluten.
Note:
This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice.
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