Where Are Sugar Alcohols Found?
Sugar alcohols can be found in many different foods in the different forms listed above. For example, mannitol can be found in potatoes, carrots, pineapple, olives and asparagus. Sorbitol is found naturally in many fruits and vegetables. Xylitol can be found in cereals and mushrooms and is used in the manufacture of chewing gum. Lacitol is usually found in sugar-free products such as ice cream, confections, chocolate and baked goods. Isomalt is used primarily in the creation of hard candy, cough drops and toffee. Maltitol gives a creamy texture to some foods, such as ice cream and other confections.
