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Will erythritol (sugar alcohol) in my protein shake result in false positive in my ua test (etg/ets)?

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No: These "health shakes" are a mix of mostly placebos. For protein, your choices include everything from soy powder to a nice steak -- both are probably cheaper.

Answered 5/16/2020

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