From low-carb ice cream and keto protein bars to “sugar-free” soda, the artificial sweetener erythritol has become a staple for anyone trying to cut calories or carbs.

However, new research suggests the popular sugar substitute may come with serious downsides—including changes in brain blood vessels that could increase the risk of stroke.

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    14 days ago

    Yes, it was in vitro. Still interesting, and I would imagine will lead to further study.

    As I said in the other comment the sugar alcohols are generally benign, I had not read anything to the contrary before.