polyols
/ˈpɑliˌɔlz/
noun
- A type of sugar alcohol used as a low-calorie sweetener in foods and also in industrial products.
- Many sugar-free candies use polyols like sorbitol or xylitol to provide sweetness.
- The label listed polyols as the main ingredient in the low-calorie syrup.
- Polyols are often found in chewing gum and toothpaste because they do not cause cavities.
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