This post is short but sweet. (Sorry for the pun.) I do not recommend Ace-K, aka acesulfame potassium. Ace-K is mostly used in the sweetener blends to enhance the sweetness level. Ace-K is …
Are Sorbitol And Sugar Alcohols Safe?
Ask Dr. Hull I'm trying to avoid both aspartame and Splenda, so I am buying more products with sorbitol and the sugar alcohols. What is your view on sorbitol? Is it safe or just as bad as …
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Is Xylitol A Better Sugar Alternative?
I am often asked if the sugar alcohols are a safer sugarless alternative. I usually answer with “well yes, but not really.” Xylitol is used a lot in sugar-free products (specifically in gum), but …
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Does Xylitol Affect ADD/ADHD?
Xylitol seems to be a "favored choice" among the sugar alcohols - especially for food manufacturers. But, is it a good choice for high-energy kids? Xylitol is a simple carb extracted from birch …
Xylitol And The Sugar Alcohols Are If-y Trigger Foods
I am asked a lot if the sugar alcohols are safe sweeteners. Well, I am not a fan of sugar alcohols when they have been extracted from their natural sources. With that said, I favor them over …
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