Sugar Alcohols

Many products labeled “Keto” or “sugar free” include sweeteners that are sugar alcohols and polydextrose such as: xylitol, erythritol, lactitol, maltitol, mannitol, sorbitol, polydextrose, isomalt, palatinit, and polyol syrups.

These are only partly absorbed by your body, and often lead to gas, bloating, or diarrhea. They still act like carbohydrates in your body, so only eat very small amounts on occasion. Pay attention to whether your blood sugar and body can tolerate them.