Why Erythritol is safe
What Exactly is Erythritol?
Erythritol is a natural sugar alcohol that occurs in small amounts in fruits like pears, grapes, and melons, as well as in fermented foods such as wine and cheese. Commercially, it's produced by fermenting glucose with yeast, giving it a completely natural origin. What makes erythritol unique is that it provides about 70% of the sweetness of sugar, but with almost zero calories. This makes it one of the most widely used natural sweeteners worldwide.
Why We Use Erythritol For Stevital?
Erythritol is a natural sugar alcohol that occurs in small amounts in fruits like pears, grapes, and melons, as well as in fermented foods such as wine and cheese. Commercially, it's produced by fermenting glucose with yeast, giving it a completely natural origin. What makes erythritol unique is that it provides about 70% of the sweetness of sugar, but with almost zero calories. This makes it one of the most widely used natural sweeteners worldwide.
Erythritol and Your Health
Unlike regular sugar, erythritol does not raise blood sugar or insulin levels, making it safe for people with diabetes, prediabetes, or those following a low-carb or ketogenic lifestyle. It’s also tooth-friendly, since bacteria in your mouth can’t break it down to form plaque or cavities. Some research even suggests erythritol may have antioxidant properties, which could further benefit overall health.
How Much Erythritol Can You Consume?
Global food authorities, including the FDA and EFSA, confirm erythritol is safe for daily use (up to 30g per day for adults). With Stevital, each SteviaSpoon* has just 0.29g of erythritol. Even with two servings a day, that’s less than 1g daily — only 2% of the safe limit. To put this into perspective, you would need to consume over 100 SteviaSpoons* of Stevital in a single day to even approach the guideline level.
Usage and Applications
Erythritol is incredibly versatile. It can be added to coffee, tea, smoothies, and juices without altering the taste. It’s also heat-stable, which means it won’t break down during baking or cooking, making it ideal for cakes, cookies, or even desi mithai. Its ability to look, taste, and behave like sugar makes it one of the most convenient natural sweeteners available.
Safety and Side Effects
Compared to other sugar alcohols such as sorbitol or maltitol, erythritol is much better tolerated by the digestive system. Since most of it is absorbed into the bloodstream and excreted unchanged in the urine, it rarely causes digestive upset. However, in very large quantities, some people may experience mild bloating or stomach rumbling. Thankfully, this is uncommon and usually only happens with excessive intake.
