More gas after sugar-free candy? Sugar alcohols may be the reason.
Ever wondered why sugar-free candy can leave you running to the bathroom — or feeling much more gassy than expected? 🍬
The answer often comes down to sugar alcohols such as sorbitol, xylitol, mannitol, erythritol and maltitol. Some are only partially absorbed by the small intestine, while the rest can draw water into the gut and get fermented by gut bacteria — creating the perfect recipe for bloating, gas and loose stools.
But not all sugar alcohols behave the same way, and the amount you eat matters.
Our latest article explains what is happening inside your digestive system and which sugar-free sweeteners are more likely to cause trouble.
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