Polyalditol

Why You Need It

• Blood Sugar Control: It has a Glycemic Index (GI) of zero, meaning it doesn't spike insulin.
• Dental Health: Unlike sugar, bacteria in the mouth cannot ferment it into acid, reducing cavity risk.
• Low Calorie: Provides about 40% fewer calories than sucrose (table sugar).
• Digestive Tolerance: It is absorbed slowly, which can be gentler than other sweeteners for some people (though moderation is key).

Deep Dive

Polyalditol acts as a 'bulk' sweetener. When you remove sugar from a recipe, you lose volume and texture. Polyalditol fills that gap. Because it is a sugar alcohol, the body does not treat it exactly like carbohydrates. It bypasses rapid digestion in the upper gut, moving further down to be fermented by gut bacteria. This slow absorption is why it has such a low glycemic response. For anyone managing diabetes or following a Keto lifestyle, it is a reliable alternative to maintain sweetness without metabolic disruption.

Natural Food Sources

While Polyalditol is most commonly used as a processed ingredient in 'sugar-free' gums and candies, the sugar alcohols it belongs to are found in nature. You can find trace amounts in:

Supplementation

Polyalditol is usually consumed as a food ingredient rather than a pill. However, if you are looking for it in supplement form (often labeled as Mannitol or Xylitol):

• Usage: Common in powdered drink mixes or as a bulking agent in vitamin tablets.
• Dosage: There is no Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA). It is generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA up to specific limits, but individual tolerance varies.