Erythritol is a low-calorie sweetener that may have benefits for blood sugar control and dental health. It's generally safe, but long-term use might lead to complications. Foods and drinks high in ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. We’ve all likely swapped out sugar for other sweeteners such as Splenda, Equal or others. It’s probably because these are usually ...

But research suggests this widely used sweetener may be quietly weakening one of the body’s most important protective ...

They’re sweet — but they’re not sugar. Artificial sweeteners and sugar substitutes are everywhere, but they also come with concerns that they may contribute to health problems down the road. Now, a ...

A common artificial sweetener has been linked to an increased risk of heart attacks and strokes, according to a new study from Cleveland Clinic. Erythritol, a sugar alcohol that is used to sweeten ...

Erythritol and stevia are low-calorie sweeteners commonly used as sugar replacements. They can support blood sugar management, improve dental health, and reduce calorie intake. Stevia generally does ...

Share on Pinterest A recent study presents evidence to suggest the common artificial sweetener erythritol may increase the risk of blood clots. Mario Guti/Getty Images A recent found a connection ...

Erythritol, a sugar substitute commonly used in keto-friendly and other reduced-sugar products, may increase risk for negative cardiovascular events such as heart attack and stroke, according to new ...

Let’s be real – we’ve all grabbed that sugar-free cookie or zero-calorie drink thinking we’re making a healthier choice. But what if that sweetener you’ve been using to be “healthy” isn’t actually ...

Found in everything from protein bars to energy drinks, erythritol has long been considered a safe alternative to sugar. But new research suggests this widely-used sweetener may be quietly undermining ...

The latest "villain" in the never-ending war against sugar substitutes is erythritol, a sugar alcohol. Is this a sugar? An alcohol? Steve and Irving, our miserable hosts of The Dreaded Chemistry ...