Sugar-free confectionery causes only a small rise in blood glucose and insulin levels, compared to sugars and other carbohydrates, because its absorption is very limited and slow.
Suitable for Diet Conscious
The energy value of sugar-free confectionery is 2.4 calories per gram, compared with 4 calories per gram for most other carbohydrates.
Tooth Friendly
Sugar-free confectionery does not promote dental caries as most bacteria in the mouth are unable to convert sugar replacements into decay-causing acids.
Other Important Information
As with high fibre cereals, such as prunes and dried fruits, sugar-free confectionery is a low digestible carbohydrate.As is the case with other foods that are not completely digested and not completely absorbed eating too much can have a laxative effect.
These sweets may not be suitable for under 3 years of age.
