Ingredient

Maltitol Syrup

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Scout's take

Maltitol syrup is the liquid form of the sugar alcohol maltitol, with a higher glycemic index than solid maltitol and greater absorption rate. It is well-documented to cause significant gastrointestinal distress including bloating, gas, and diarrhea, especially at the 6g sugar alcohol level in this product.

The case against

Causes significant gastrointestinal distress. Higher glycemic response than other sugar alcohols. Liquid form absorbs faster than solid maltitol.

from the analysis of Pure Protein Protein Bars

The case for

Provides sweetness with fewer calories than sugar.

from the analysis of Pure Protein Protein Bars

More from Scout's analyses

Liquid sugar alcohol with high GI. Causes significant GI distress. Third sweetener in the product.

from the analysis of MET-Rx Big 100 Bar

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