Your 'sugar-free' snack may be damaging your liver
A new study reveals that sorbitol, a common sugar alcohol in low-calorie products, may not be as harmless as previously thought. Researchers found it can be converted to a fructose derivative in the liver, potentially contributing to fatty liver disease. This challenges the long-held belief that sugar alcohols are a safe alternative to refined sugar.
A new study reveals that sorbitol, a common sugar alcohol in low-calorie products, may not be as harmless as previously thought. Researchers found it can be converted to a fructose derivative in the liver, potentially contributing to fatty liver disease. This challenges the long-held belief that sugar alcohols are a safe alternative to refined sugar.
