Key Takeaways Sugar alcohols and artificial sweeteners are both sugar substitutes that have fewer calories than regular sugar ...

They’re better for dental health: Sugar alcohols don’t promote cavity formation because they don’t react with plaque bacteria in the mouth. In fact, some may even help prevent tooth decay. One ...

After hearing from a reader with diabetes and dry mouth who was searching for hard sugar-free candy with no sugar alcohols, I replied that if there are any products without these types of sweeteners, ...

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, ...

Researchers found a link between a blood clot risk and a type of sugar alcohol. (Getty Creative) They’re sweet — but they’re not sugar. Artificial sweeteners and sugar substitutes are everywhere, but ...

Navigating life with diabetes is no small task. While millions of people across the globe living with diabetes enjoy full ...

There can be no magical concoction that can come to your aid when it comes to staying fit. A Delhi cardiologist debunked the ...

Sign up for CNN’s Eat, But Better: Mediterranean Style. Our eight-part guide shows you a delicious expert-backed eating lifestyle that will boost your health for ...

This popular spirit been touted as health-conscious—low in sugar, hangover-proof, and even “clean.” We asked experts to ...

Margaritas, rum and cokes, and Mai Tais may taste great — but the effects of sugar and alcohol could have you feeling the consequences.

A UNC researcher says the United States has a lot of catching up to do when it comes to informing consumers about the ...