RHR: Erythritol: The 'Safe' Sweetener That's Anything But

Erythritol, a popular sweetener found in countless sugar-free and keto products, has long been considered a safe alternative to sugar. This episode of Revolution Health Radio examines emerging research that challenges that assumption. Chris explains how erythritol promotes blood clotting, impairs blood vessel function, increases oxidative stress, and interferes with the body's ability to dissolve clots. You'll learn why erythritol accumulates in the bloodstream, how regulatory loopholes allowed it to be widely adopted without long-term safety data, and why people with diabetes, obesity, and heart disease may be especially vulnerable. Chris also discusses similar concerns with xylitol, explores gut health side effects of sugar alcohols, and outlines safer alternatives like allulose, pure stevia extract, and monk fruit. In this episode we discuss: Why erythritol became the go-to sweetener for "sugar-free" and keto products New evidence linking erythritol to increased risk of heart attack and stroke The FDA's GRAS designation and how it failed to catch long-term risks Gut health effects of sugar alcohols, including IBS-like symptoms Safer alternatives to erythritol, including allulose, pure stevia, and monk fruit When small amounts of real sugar may be less harmful than chronic sweetener use Practical label-reading tips to avoid hidden erythritol and guidance for sweetener use Show notes: "The non-nutritive sweetener erythritol adversely affects brain microvascular endothelial cell function" by Berry, A. R., et al. "The artificial sweetener erythritol and cardiovascular event risk" by Witkowski, M., et al. "Xylitol is prothrombotic and associated with cardiovascular risk" by Witkowski, M., et al Learn more about the Adapt Naturals Core Plus bundle, or take our quiz to see which products best suit your needs If you'd like to ask a question for Chris to answer in a future episode, submit it here Follow Chris on Instagram or Facebook Add back in what the modern world has crowded out and feel and perform your best with Adapt Naturals supplements. Learn more and place your order at AdaptNaturals.com. If you appreciate the show and want to help create a healthier and happier world, consider leaving a review!