If you are trying to cut back on added sugar — and you should, because excess sugar increases risks for obesity, diabetes, and heart disease — you might be tempted by products advertised as low sugar, ...

New research reveals that sorbitol, a common sugar alcohol used in “low-calorie” foods, can behave much like fructose once ...

For years, sorbitol has been marketed as a friendlier form of sweetness, a sugar alcohol that lets people enjoy “low-calorie” ...

Sweeteners such as aspartame, found in Equal packets, sucralose (Splenda), or sugar alcohols are often seen as healthier ...

Both sweeten things up, but they differ in calories, carbohydrates and possible health benefits. Reviewed by Dietitian Karen Ansel, M.S., RDN Sugar alcohols and artificial sweeteners are popular sugar ...

If you're doing Dry January and find yourself turning to sweet treats, you're not alone. At least 25% of Americans who drink alcohol participate in Dry January, giving adults a taste of what life is ...

There are some simple pleasures that are undeniable, like munching on crispy bacon, sipping a delicious cocktail or savoring a bowl of gourmet ice cream. But a growing body of research has found that ...

This article is brought to you by Ochsner Health. I love a good party—especially one that celebrates culture with flavor and flair. Cinco de Mayo commemorates Battle of Puebla in 1862 in Mexico. For ...

Excessive sugar consumption can overwhelm your liver, leading to fat accumulation, inflammation, insulin resistance, and ...

Real talk: There’s just no substitute for a glass of vino when lounging around after a long workday, having a long-overdue catch-up with friends, or enjoying a date night feast with your SO. But if ...

Merve Ceylan is a dietitian and health writer with four years of experience writing for companies in the nutrition and health industry. Consuming too much sugar alcohol can cause side effects such as ...