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The sweetener erythritol, does this have any effect on blood glucose level as sugar will?
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Sugar substitute: It is known as a sugar alcohol an artificial sweetener commonly used in low-sugar and sugar-free foods. Should not raise sugar levels.
Answered 6/23/2020
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