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Sorbitol, a polyol (sugar alcohol), is a bulk sweetener found in numerous food products. In addition to providing sweetness, it is an excellent humectant and texturizing agent. Sorbitol is about 60 percent as sweet as sucrose with one-third fewer calories. It has a smooth mouthfeel with a sweet, cool and pleasant taste. It is non-cariogenic and may be useful to people with diabetes.
One spoon of sugar contains 16 calories. To achieve the same sweetness it would be necessary to consume 19 calories of Sorbitol, so there is no saving at all. It is of no benefit as part of a calorie controlled diet. Approval: It is approved for use in most countries. Approved in the EU as food additive E420.