Xylitol and erythritol are two you may want to consider. But which of these is the healthier choice? The answer to this question isn’t simple. Sugar alcohols are reduced-calorie sweeteners.

A low-calorie sweetener called xylitol used in many reduced-sugar foods and consumer products such as gum and toothpaste may be linked to nearly twice the risk of heart attacks, stroke and death ...

Xylitol is a common low-calorie sweetener used in gums, candies, and oral care products. New research links xylitol to increased risk of heart attack and stroke. Experts share what you need to ...

New research suggests the sweetener xylitol is linked to health issues. Here’s what to know. By Knvul Sheikh A new study linking the low-calorie sugar substitute xylitol to an increased risk of ...

In a study published Thursday in the European Heart Journal, an international group of researchers led by a team at the Cleveland Clinic report that higher levels of xylitol, a sugar substitute ...

Case in point: xylitol, the sugar substitute that's used in a lot of low-calorie foods. Consumers with diabetes and those trying to lose weight choose artificial sweeteners to safeguard their health.

In the quest for healthier alternatives to traditional sugar, xylitol has emerged as a popular choice, offering a range of ...

The popular sugar substitute xylitol, commonly used by those wanting to lose weight or who are diabetic, is associated with an increased risk of a cardiovascular event such as a heart attack and ...

Xylitol, a popular sugar substitute, has recently come under scrutiny following a new study linking it to potential cardiovascular complications and increased blood clot formation. The sensationalized ...

According to a new study published in the European Heart Journal, researchers found that xylitol, an incredibly popular and commonly used sugar substitute, is "associated with incident MACE (major ...

Xylitol is a non-glycemic (won't raise your blood sugar) sweetener with a cooling aftertaste produced in plants, fruits, and vegetables. It can also be found in soft drinks, ice creams, jams, and ...