Question 1

what is sorbitol?

Accepted Answer

Sorbitol: Also known as glucitol, is a sugar alcohol, which the human body metabolizes slowly.

Question 2

how bad is sorbitol for you?

Accepted Answer

No: Some will accelerate the GI tract motility causing diarrhea, but most sugar-alcohols are great  diabetic substitute sweetener.  They are less sweet than sugar, and artificial sweeteners are much sweeter. They do stimulate insulin, but less than glucose.

Question 3

how long does it take for sorbitol to work?

Accepted Answer

Sorbitol is a...: ... slow-metabolizing sugar alcohol derived from fruits, corn, and seaweed. What effect are you seeking from it?

Question 4

how to know if you are allergic to sorbitol?

Accepted Answer

Food allergy: The diagnosis of food allergy requires the presence of allergic antibody (ige) either detected by blood testing (rast) or skin testing and a history of reproducible symptoms following each ingestion. Sorbitol is too small a chemical to trigger ige production however, if symptoms occur every time you consume it, then you have an intolerance to sorbitol. Avoidance is the treatment for both condition.

Question 5

what sorbitol is used in whitening toothpaste?

Accepted Answer

Sorbitol is sweet: I am not sure what the question is but sorbitol is an artifical sweetener. It would not be helpful in whitening your teeth, just making the toothpaste taste better. Most whitening toothpastes use an abrasive to whiten teeth.

Question 6

what is the debate regarding aspartame, sorbitol and mannitol?

Accepted Answer

No: Some will accelerate the GI tract motility causing diarrhea, but most sugar-alcohols are great  diabetic substitute sweetener.  They are less sweet than sugar, and artificial sweeteners are much sweeter. They do stimulate insulin, but less than glucose. Aspartmae is an artifical sweetener.

Question 7

is there any sorbitol based soap available in india?

Accepted Answer

Sorbitol soap: You should contact a family member or friend in India to find out. The pharmacies in the USA are unlikely to know.

Question 8

does getting sorbitol solution require a prescription?

Accepted Answer

No: It is over the counter and a prescription is not required.  However, you should speak with your health care provider  before taking  if :
stomach or intestine problems
-an unusual or allergic reaction to sorbitol, fructose, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-breast-feeding.

Question 9

what is the difference between d-glucose and sorbitol?

Accepted Answer

Completely different: Glucose is a basic sugar with calories to provide energy. Sorbitol is a non-absorbable sugar alcohol which is used to sweeten foods which are often labeled, sugar free. It causes bloating and diarrhea in some. Sugar free foods are not calorie free and often contain more fat to make them taste better.

Question 10

what is sorbitol? why is it in gum? is it harmful to the body?

Accepted Answer

Sorbitol: Sorbitol is found in fruits and also is added to gum.
It is a simple and safe product even if you have diabetes.

That said, if you do have diabetes and take sorbitol there might be a slight increase in your blood sugar. You should be able to take care of that.

Note: If you really want to chew gum try sugar free gum!

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