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Z Natural Foods ERYTHRITOL

Z Natural Foods Erythritol is a polyol which is another name for sugar alcohol (a type of sugar substitute) which has been approved for use in the United States and throughout much of the world. It occurs naturally in mushrooms, fermented foods, and various fruits, such as grapes, melons and pears, and it is also found in supplement form as a crystalline powder. Laxative side effects sometimes associated with excessive polyol consumption are unlikely when consuming Erythritol. Erythritol was discovered in 1848 by British chemist John Stenhouse but has been part of the human diet for thousands of years due to its presence in fruits and other foods. It is about 80% as sweet as table sugar yet it is almost non-caloric; does not affect blood sugar, does not cause tooth decay and is absorbed in the small intestine and rapidly eliminated by the body within 24 hours. Erythritol has been certified as tooth-friendly. The sugar alcohol cannot be metabolized by oral bacteria, and so does not contribute to tooth decay. Interestingly, Erythritol exhibits some, but not all, of Xylitol's tendency to "starve" harmful bacteria. Unlike Xylitol, Erythritol is actually absorbed into the bloodstream after consumption but before excretion. A new study from The Netherlands says Erythritol may exert a strong antioxidant activity which may protect vascular health of diabetics. The study with diabetic rats found that the sweetener could protect the cells lining the blood vessels from oxidative stress, a key process in the development of heart disease, according to findings from researchers from Maastricht University and Tate & Lyle.

Ingredient Name: Erythritol

Functions: Non Nutritive Sweetener, Sugar Substitute

Labeling Claims: Gluten-free, Kosher, Non-GMO, Vegan, Zero Calorie

Certifications & Compliance: FDA Compliant, GMP, Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS), ISO 9001, Kosher, United States Pharmacopeia (USP), Vegan

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    Identification & Functionality

    Ingredient Name

    Erythritol

    Food Ingredients Functions

    Non Nutritive Sweetener,

    Sugar Substitute

    Ingredients
    Erythritol
    Food Additive Number
    E 968, INS 968
    Technologies

    Food Ingredients

    Product Families

    Food Ingredients — Taste & Flavor

    Sweeteners & Syrups

    Food Ingredients — Whole Foods, Extracts & Premixes

    Alternates & Replacements

    Origin

    Grown and extracted in China. Packaged with care in Florida, USA.

    Features & Benefits

    Labeling Claims

    Gluten-free,

    Kosher,

    Non-GMO,

    Vegan,

    Zero Calorie

    Food Ingredients Features

    Anti-Diabetic Effect,

    Antioxidant Properties,

    Excellent Digestive Tolerance,

    Low Calorie,

    Low-Calorie Sweetener,

    Manages Oxidative Stress

    Applications & Uses

    Markets

    Food & Nutrition

    Applications

    Food & Nutrition — Beverage

    Juice & Juice Drinks,

    Other Non-Alcoholic Beverages,

    Powdered Beverages

    Food & Nutrition — Food

    Confectionery,

    Dairy

    Food & Nutrition — Nutrition & Well Being

    Nutraceuticals & Supplements

    Food & Nutrition Applications

    Juices,

    Smoothies,

    Table Top Sweeteners

    Some possible traditional uses of Erythritol may include
    • Clean taste like regular sugar (about 80% as sweet as sugar) without the negative effects
    • Does not promote tooth decay
    • Zero calorie
    • Safe for people with diabetes (0 on the glycemic scale)
    • Clean sweet taste with no aftertaste
    • Low laxative effect
    • Possibly reducing the glycemic impact of a food/beverage, thereby reducing the effects of hyperglycemia-induced free radical formation
    • Protecting the cells lining the blood vessels from oxidative stress
    • High digestive tolerance
    • Listed by U.S. FDA as a GRAS (generally recognized as safe) substance, the highest-safety designation, like foodstuffs
    Suggested Use

    Use as a tabletop sugar replacement. Add as desired to recipes, drinks or baked goods.

    Properties

    Physical Form

    Powder,

    Solid

    Regulatory & Compliance

    Certifications & Compliance

    FDA Compliant,

    GMP,

    Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS),

    ISO 9001,

    Kosher,

    United States Pharmacopeia (USP),

    Vegan

    Certifications

    ISO9001

    Packaging & Availability

    Packaging Type

    Bags

    Storage & Handling

    Storage

    Erythritol passes strict quality assurance which typically includes testing for identity, heavy metals, chemicals and microbiological contaminants. Erythritol packaged in airtight stand-up, resealable foil pouches for optimum freshness. Once opened, just push the air out of the pouch before resealing it in order to preserve maximum potency. Keep your Erythritol in a cool, dark, dry place