Researchers found a link between a blood clot risk and a type of sugar alcohol. (Getty Creative) They’re sweet — but they’re not sugar. Artificial sweeteners and sugar substitutes are everywhere, but ...
It’s no surprise that Americans like their food (and drinks) sweet. But with expanding waistlines and the epidemic of diabetes looming large, we’re looking for new ways to get our sweet fix without ...
The latest "villain" in the never-ending war against sugar substitutes is erythritol, a sugar alcohol. Is this a sugar? An alcohol? Steve and Irving, our miserable hosts of The Dreaded Chemistry ...
A common sweetener, erythritol, causes stress in brain vessel cells, reduces protective nitric oxide, and blocks clot-busting ...
From low-carb ice cream and keto protein bars to "sugar-free" soda, the artificial sweetener erythritol has become a staple for anyone trying to cut calories or carbs. However, new research suggests ...
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." A new study suggests that erythritol, a sugar alcohol and common sugar substitute, may be bad for your ...
Share on Pinterest A recent study presents evidence to suggest the common artificial sweetener erythritol may increase the risk of blood clots. Mario Guti/Getty Images A recent found a connection ...
It’s not far-fetched to call natural sweetener an ingredient superhero for flavoring up your everyday foods and drinks with little to no calories. That said, it’s worth double-checking the label to ...
They’ve soured on this sugar substitute. Consuming foods that contain erythritol, a popular artificial sweetener and common ingredient in keto diet products, increases the risk of heart attack and ...
Artificial sweeteners are widely found in American diets, marketed as low-calorie alternatives to sugar for weight management.
They’re sweet — but they’re not sugar. Artificial sweeteners and sugar substitutes are everywhere, but they also come with concerns that they may contribute to health problems down the road. Now, a ...
If you’re trying to cut back on the amount of added sugar you're consuming, it makes sense to try to swap out some of your favorites for "sugar-free" or "no-sugar" options. But while these swaps seem ...