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Sugar Alcohols: What Are They And Are They Good for You?

Learn about the trending sugar alternatives and their effects on health

From CookingLight.com…

If you have a sweet tooth and you’re also looking to reduce sugar in your diet, you may find yourself picking up snacks that contain an ingredient commonly listed as “sugar alcohol.”

Here, we look at what a sugar alcohol is, the potential health benefits and risks, and the common types of sugar alcohols found in our food.

According to the CDC, over 34 million Americans are living with diabetes and another 88 million have pre-diabetes.

In addition, it is estimated that almost 50% of Americans have tried to lose weight at some point in the last 12 months. With so many people looking to reduce sugar in their diets, it is no surprise that the use of low- or no-calorie sweeteners are on the rise.

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