Erythritol (/ ɪˈrɪθrɪtɒl /, US: /- tɔːl, - toʊl /) [2] is an organic compound, the naturally occurring achiral meso four-carbon sugar alcohol (or polyol). [3] It is the reduced form of either D- or L- erythrose and …

Aug 5, 2025 · Erythritol is both natural and commercially produced. It has zero calories and many benefits. Here's the sweet story behind this sugar substitute.

Jan 8, 2025 · Erythritol is a sugar alcohol used in a range of diet and sugar-free foods. But research has linked it to a greatly increased risk for heart attack and stroke.

Feb 21, 2025 · Erythritol is a sugar alcohol used as a low calorie sweetener. Eating a large amount of it may cause digestive issues, including nausea. It may also be associated with blood clots and heart …

3 days ago · Separately, a larger analysis reported that higher blood erythritol levels were associated with increased three-year risk of death or nonfatal myocardial infarction or stroke, and the authors ...

Dec 9, 2025 · Erythritol is a sugar alcohol commonly used in sugar-free foods and drinks. It has a low glycemic index, supports dental health, and may prevent blood sugar spikes.

4 days ago · While erythritol may help people avoid the immediate harms of excess sugar consumption, its effect on the blood-brain barrier suggests that frequent use could be quietly compromising brain …

The sugar alcohol erythritol is a relatively new food ingredient. It is naturally occurring in plants, however, produced commercially by fermentation. It is also produced endogenously via the pentose …

Erythritol is a low-calorie sweetener from the sugar alcohol family, used in many foods and drinks as a sugar substitute. It tastes about 70% as sweet as sugar but provides nearly zero calories. Most …

Apr 9, 2025 · Erythritol is a sugar alcohol that provides sweetness with zero calories and minimal impact on blood sugar, making it a popular option for low-carb and ketogenic diets. Erythritol can support …