You and your friend Karen are having lunch out and you order an iced tea. She sees you reach for the pink packet of Sweet ‘N Low. Karen stops your hand and says, "Don't you know that stuff is bad for you? I read it causes cancer, and I also know people who say that Equal artificial sweetener gives them headaches.". As your conversation continues, let's show Karen how well informed you are
concerning artificial sweeteners by answering the following questions: Which of the following is incorrect regarding sugar alcohols?
a. They are often found in chewing gums and candies.
b. They have a constipating effect in some people.
c. They do not promote tooth decay like sugar does.
d. They add calories to a food product.
e. Examples are xylitol and mannitol.
b
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