What about Sugar Alcohols?

Like Sorbitol and stuff like that. What is sugar Alcohols? Is it allowed in our new eating habits? Thanks and God Bless Debbie

Hi, Debbie, Sugar Alcohols are things like Sorbital, Xylitol and Maltitol that DO have carbohydrates in them. They are considered nutritive sweetners, just like sugar. I teach Diabetes Education, and this is a big scam that food processors are using to make us think that an item is "Sugar Free". It still will raise blood sugar, is a carbohydrate, and if you eat enough of it it causes gas, bloating and diarrhea. Splenda is about the best for someone who can't take Aspartame. Hope that helps! Jean

Thank you I will make sure I stay away from it or eat very little of it. I am not worried about carbs, but sugar. I am not a carb eater, but a sugar eater, I love anything sweet (except my tea). Thank you and God Bless Debbie