Sweetener intelligence
Maltitol: what to know before you buy
A sugar alcohol often chosen because it behaves more like sugar in chocolate and candy.
Our label read
- Rebel lane
- Avoid
- Glycemic impact
- 36 glycemic-impact reference
- Common brands
- Sugar-free chocolate brands
Where it shows up
Sugar-free chocolate, caramel, hard candy, and baked snacks.
What to check
It can affect glucose more than many shoppers expect and can cause GI symptoms. Read the grams, not just the front claim.
Read the whole product, not just the sweetener
Check serving size, total carbohydrate, sugar alcohol grams, fiber, allergens, and the ingredient list. Individual glucose and digestive responses vary.
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