Eridex™ brand erythritol is an all-natural, non-caloric (maximum 0.2 calories per gram) bulk-sweetener with a taste similar to sugar. Dairy applications include ice cream, sorbet and yogurt, where erythritol supports fat replacement strategies and allows for lower caloric profiles. In frozen desserts, it also functions as a freezing point depressant.
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A dietary approach to improving gut health has become an important goal given the increasing prevalence of gastrointestinal disorders. Litesse® polydextrose from Danisco Sweeteners is a glucose polymer that is designed to be resistant to human digestive enzymes. It passes into the colon where it acts as a prebiotic fiber, selectively stimulating desirable bacteria such as Bifidobacteria and reducing putrefactive bacteria by competition. Recent research has shown that Litesse is fermented slowly, mediating a protective effect throughout the colon.