News · 06 Sep 2026
Study: Sorbitol and Fructose Formation in the Liver
Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis found that the body can convert sorbitol, a sugar alcohol commonly used in sugar-free candy, gum, and other low-calorie foods, into a form of fructose in the liver. This could potentially trigger some of the harmful metabolic effects linked to fructose.
What the Research Says
Hypothesis: The work describes a conversion pathway in the liver and places sorbitol in the discussion around fructose.
Source
ScienceDaily: Scientists discover a hidden problem with this popular sugar substitute (2026-09-06)
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