Sorbitol

Sorbitol is a type of sugar alcohol that has been used as a sweetener since the late 1800s. It is a complex sugar that can be found in nature, and it has a sweet taste that is 80% as sweet as sucrose. It is often used as a substitute for other sweeteners in products that have a low glycemic index. Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol which is used in the production of a variety of products such as candy, chewing gum, and toothpaste. Sorbitol is not metabolized by the body and is considered to be safe for human consumption. Sorbitol is also not fermented by the body, meaning that it doesnt raise blood sugar levels like other sugars.