Sugar alcohols and artificial sweeteners are popular sugar substitutes. Both can add sweetness to foods and drinks for little to no calories. But there are differences, and some may have mild side ...

Sugar alcohols are naturally found sweeteners derived from plants like fruits and vegetables. This sugar substitute contains ...

Researchers found a link between a blood clot risk and a type of sugar alcohol. (Getty Creative) They’re sweet — but they’re not sugar. Artificial sweeteners and sugar substitutes are everywhere, but ...

After hearing from a reader with diabetes and dry mouth who was searching for hard sugar-free candy with no sugar alcohols, I replied that if there are any products without these types of sweeteners, ...

That “sugar-free” label on your favorite treats might be playing a clever trick on your taste buds. While you think you’re avoiding sugar, you’re actually consuming its scientific cousins—sugar ...

Share on Pinterest Scientists have linked erythritol to an increased risk of blood clotting. Marisa9/Getty Images Sugar substitutes have been around since 1879. One of the latest types of sugar ...

Both sweeten things up, but they differ in calories, carbohydrates and possible health benefits. Reviewed by Dietitian Karen Ansel, M.S., RDN Sugar alcohols and artificial sweeteners are popular sugar ...