Serving Size Consideration: 1-2 packets or tablets per serving
Safe Serving Size: 1 packet or tablet per serving
Active Compounds: Polyols (sugar alcohols) including sorbitol, xylitol, mannitol, and maltitol
Why it's problematic: High in sugar alcohols which can cause significant digestive distress
Specific symptoms: Bloating, gas, diarrhea, and stomach cramps
Typical reaction time frame: 30 minutes to 4 hours after consumption
Individual variation: Tolerance varies significantly between individuals and types of sweeteners
Substitution ratio: 1 packet artificial sweetener = 1 tsp natural sweetener
Heat stable - can be used in baking
Highly soluble in both hot and cold liquids
Avoid combining with:
Safe complementary foods: Can be used with most foods, but best to avoid combining with other FODMAP sources
Signs of success: No digestive symptoms within 24 hours of consumption
Common products containing garlic:
Alternative names: aspartame, sucralose, saccharin, acesulfame-K, neotame
Factors affecting tolerance:
Tip: Keep a food diary to identify which specific artificial sweeteners you can tolerate