sugar alcohols
Reduced-calorie sugar substitutes
Sugar alcohols are a class of sweeteners derived from sugars but incompletely absorbed by the body, making them lower in calories than regular sugar.
Common examples include sorbitol, xylitol, and erythritol.
They appear frequently in sugar-free candies, gums, and diabetic-friendly foods.
Despite the name, they contain no ethanol and don't cause intoxication.
In large amounts, sugar alcohols can cause digestive discomfort: The warning label mentioned sugar alcohols may have a laxative effect.
Six-carbon sugar alcohol
Suitable for those monitoring glucose
- low-glycemicMinimal blood sugar impact
- keto-friendlySuitable for ketosis dieters
- insulin responseBody's reaction to pancreatic hormone
- carbohydrateSugar or starch compound
metabolism · glycemic index · diabetes management · weight management · low-calorie · dental health · cavity prevention · oral hygiene
Multi-hydroxyl alcohol compound
- hydrogenationBonding hydrogen to compounds
- crystallineClear, ordered, brilliant
- hygroscopicAbsorbs moisture from surroundings
- humectantMoisture-attracting substance
molecular structure · ketose · stereoisomer · chiral · melting point · solubility
Concerning membrane diffusion
- gastrointestinalRelating to digestive tract
- bloatingSwollen, expanded state
- fermentationMicrobial sugar conversion
- FODMAPFermentable short-chain carbs
malabsorption · flatulence · diarrhea · cramping · adaptation · intestinal
Thing ensuring steadiness
- plasticizerAdditive increasing material pliability
- texturizerProduct altering surface feel
- moisture retentionHolding water within something
- cooling sensationPerception of lowered temperature
mouthfeel · shelf life · freezing point depression · emulsifier · viscosity · food additive
Sugary taste quality
- non-nutritiveProviding no nourishment
- natural sweetenerUnprocessed sugar source
- confectionerySugary foods or their shop
- candySugary edible treats
chewing gum · mints · chocolate · beverages · ice cream
mannitol
Six-carbon sugar alcohol
diabetic-friendly
Suitable for those monitoring glucose
- low-glycemicMinimal blood sugar impact
- keto-friendlySuitable for ketosis dieters
- insulin responseBody's reaction to pancreatic hormone
carbohydrate · metabolism · glycemic index · diabetes management · weight management · low-calorie · dental health · cavity prevention · oral hygiene
polyol
Multi-hydroxyl alcohol compound
- hydrogenationBonding hydrogen to compounds
- crystallineClear, ordered, brilliant
- hygroscopicAbsorbs moisture from surroundings
humectant · molecular structure · ketose · stereoisomer · chiral · melting point · solubility
osmotic
Concerning membrane diffusion
- gastrointestinalRelating to digestive tract
- bloatingSwollen, expanded state
- fermentationMicrobial sugar conversion
FODMAP · malabsorption · flatulence · diarrhea · cramping · adaptation · intestinal
stabilizer
Thing ensuring steadiness
- plasticizerAdditive increasing material pliability
- texturizerProduct altering surface feel
- moisture retentionHolding water within something
cooling sensation · mouthfeel · shelf life · freezing point depression · emulsifier · viscosity · food additive
sweetness
Sugary taste quality
- non-nutritiveProviding no nourishment
- natural sweetenerUnprocessed sugar source
- confectionerySugary foods or their shop
candy · chewing gum · mints · chocolate · beverages · ice cream