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Are sugar alcohols (maltitol, xylitol, sorbitol, etc.) and sucralose ("splenda") really safe during pregnancy?
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Yes, but: As far as we know, however excessive amounts of sugar alcohols can cause diarrhea and malabsorption.
Answered 6/7/2018
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