Erythritol: Our product information

Erythritol/Erythrit: The Calorie-Free Sweetener with Many

Applications

Erythritol is a sweetener used in the food industry, among other things, in beverages. The body excretes Erythritol unchanged through urine. The sweetener provides no calories and is therefore ideally suited for a calorie-conscious diet.

Compared to regular sugar, Erythritol, also known as a sugar alcohol, has a significantly lower glycemic index and is thus a healthier alternative to household sugar. Additionally, Erythritol has a pleasant taste that is very similar to that of regular sugar.

Erythritol is available as a crystalline powder that is odorless and colorless and has good heat stability. This allows this sweetener to also be used for cooking and baking. Since Erythritol does not react hygroscopically, meaning it does not absorb moisture from the environment, the powder does not clump.

Food additives such as Erythritol are also labeled with E numbers. Erythritol, or Erythrit, is known under the designation E968.

Erythritol/Erythrit Production: Technological Manufacturing

Erythritol sweetener is nowadays produced microbiologically from natural raw materials such as corn or wheat. Glucose or sucrose and osmophilic fungi that metabolize sugar are needed for this purpose. Fermentation ultimately results in Erythritol or Erythrit. Commonly used fungal strains are Candida magnoliae or Moniliella megachiliensis.

Erythritol: Use and Effect in Food

The Erythritol additive is about 70 times as sweet as household sugar. In food technology, the additive fulfills various functions:

• Erythritol serves as a flavor enhancer and ensures that food is rounded off in terms of taste by a sweet aroma.

• Sweet foods such as candy, soft drinks, or desserts gain a stronger sweetness through Erythritol, without any added calories. Savory foods such as ready-made soups or sauces taste more harmonious through Erythritol.

• Due to its high osmotic pressure, the sweetener has a preservative effect. Erythritol withdraws water from microorganisms and food, making food last longer. For example, dried fruit can be preserved this way.

• Erythritol also acts as a thickener and optimizes the consistency in jams or jellies.

• In addition, Erythritol is used as a complexing agent, stabilizer, and filler.

Erythritol proves to be extremely versatile in its use and can be effectively used in a wide range of foods. Nowadays, Erythritol is even available as a pure granulated sweetener, which can be used by consumers 1:1 like real household sugar.

Due to its lack of effect on blood sugar levels, Erythritol is also suitable for people with diabetes.

Erythritol: Further applications of the additive

The sweetener Erythritol is not only used in food technology but also in dental products. The sugar substitute does not contain sugar, reducing the risk of tooth decay. Therefore, the additive is often found in toothpaste or sugar-free chewing gums, which receive a pleasantly sweet taste from Erythritol. However, tooth substance is not endangered. This makes Erythritol a popular choice for people who watch their calorie intake and dental health.

Erythritol is also needed in other areas of the Home & Personal Care industry. In creams and lotions, the sweetener acts as a humectant - Erythritol binds moisture in the product. At the same time, the sweetener provides moisturizing benefits and thus promotes a well-groomed, refreshed skin complexion.

Conclusion: What makes the sweetener special

Overall, Erythritol is an ideal sugar substitute for various foods, offering a healthier and tooth-friendly alternative to conventional household sugar. Due to its preservative properties, the sugar is also suitable for making food last longer. Erythritol or Erythrit is ideal for people who have opted for a calorie-conscious diet. Additionally, the sweetener is also suitable for diabetes specialty products, as it does not cause an increase in blood sugar levels.

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