The sugar substitute appears in numerous "sugar-free" products.

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Erythritol, a naturally occurring sugar substitute, may be associated with an increased stroke risk, according to a new study ...

Found in everything from protein bars to energy drinks, erythritol has long been considered a safe alternative to sugar.

The food industry adds dozens of different sugar substitutes to processed foods to make them sweeter. Each has a different chemical structure, intensity and impact on the human body. Which sugar ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . A popular artificial sweetener, erythritol, was linked to worsened risks for heart attack and stroke, according ...

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 ...

If you’re trying to cut back on the amount of added sugar you're consuming, it makes sense to try to swap out some of your favorites for "sugar-free" or "no-sugar" options. But while these swaps seem ...

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 ...

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