Sorbitol: what to know before you buy

A sugar alcohol widely used in sugar-free confections and gum.

Our label read

Rebel lane
Avoid
Glycemic impact
Higher GI-risk lane
Common brands
Sugar-free candy brands

Where it shows up

Candy, gum, and processed sweets.

What to check

Larger servings can cause laxative effects or other GI symptoms.

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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