Tagatose: what to know before you buy

A lower-calorie sugar substitute that appears in some specialty products.

Our label read

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Glycemic impact
Low for many people
Common brands
Novel sweetener products

Where it shows up

Specialty drinks, baked goods, and sugar substitutes.

What to check

It is less common, so read the complete formula and serving panel.

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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