Research Links Sorbitol Sugar Substitute to Potential Liver Strain and Metabolic Issues
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Summary
New research reveals that sorbitol, a common sugar alcohol used in low-calorie foods, can behave similarly to fructose in the body, potentially contributing to liver strain and metabolic dysfunction. The study suggests that alternative sweeteners like aspartame, sucralose, and sugar alcohols may influence metabolism and gut microbiome in ways not previously recognized, challenging the perception that they are healthier alternatives to sugar.
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Scientists are uncovering surprising ways alternative sweeteners interact with metabolism and the gut microbiome.
The results hint that these substitutes may influence the body in ways not previously recognized.
Sweeteners such as aspartame, found in Equal packets, sucralose (Splenda), and various sugar alcohols are often viewed as better choices than foods containing sugar.
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