Do you know about Dang Alcohol?

It is commonly used in zero products.

Even on the ingredient list of Zero Ice Cream, it says it's a sugar alcohol.

You can check the ingredients.

It is also called sugar alcohol.

 

Sugar alcohols (sugar alcohols) are compounds found in nature and are commonly used to add sweetness to foods. I will explain in detail their main characteristics, types, and advantages and disadvantages.

 

### 1. Types

- **Sorbitol**: Mainly found in fruits, it has about 60% of the sweetness of sugar.

- **Mannitol**: Mainly found in seaweed, it has a slightly less sweet taste than sugar.

- **Xylitol**: Mainly extracted from birch trees, it provides a sweetness similar to sugar. It has cavity prevention effects and is widely used in gum and toothpaste.

- **Erythritol**: It has about 70% of the sweetness of sugar and is almost calorie-free.

 

### 2. Advantages

- **Low Calorie**: Sugar alcohols have fewer calories than regular sugar and are widely used in diet foods.

- **Low Glycemic Index**: Has minimal impact on blood sugar, making it suitable for diabetics.

- **Cavity Prevention**: In particular, xylitol has the effect of inhibiting the growth of cavity-causing bacteria.

 

### 3. Disadvantages

- **Indigestion**: In some people, it can cause bloating or diarrhea because it is not easily digested. This is because it ferments in the colon.

- **Caution for Excessive Intake**: Consuming too much may cause gastrointestinal disturbances, so it is important to consume an appropriate amount.

 

### 4. Usage Purpose

Dextrose alcohol is mainly used for the following purposes:

- **Low-calorie foods**: Beverages or snacks for dieting.

- **Diabetic foods**: Snacks or beverages for diabetic patients.

- **Oral Health**: Used in toothpaste, gum, etc. for cavity prevention effects.