Many diet candies contain maltitol, HSH as the sweeteners. Are these diet candies OK to use for diabetics?
Diet candies containing maltilol are safe to consume for individuals who have diabetes. Maltilol is a sugar alcohol. The body absorbs this form of carbohydrate more slowly than other sugars and therefore can be tolerated by persons with diabetes. It will not cause a rise in the blood sugar level. Other sugar alcohols include: Mannitol, sorbitol and xylitol. Be aware, though, there may be some negative side effects, such as, diarrhea, if too much of the sugar alcohols are consumed. Also, remember that candies, even these, should be consumed in moderation.
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