Maltitol is a sugar alcohol (polyol) and a low calorie artificial sweetener obtained by hydrogenation of maltose, a disaccharide. Maltitol is produced by catalytic hydrogenation of hydrolyzed starch.

Maltitol is a low-calorie sweetener with the same sweetness as sucrose, high sweetness, low-calorie, low-fat food production, and low antioxidant properties. It is used in products such as sugar-free confectionery, chocolate, bakery foods and ice cream.

Maltitol Importance for Health

It is a low-calorie artificial sweetener that can be used by diabetic patients. Maltitol does not raise blood sugar levels too much, as it is broken down very slowly by enzymes in the small intestine and is absorbed slowly.

Prevents tooth decay;

It does not harm the teeth. Bacteria in dental plaques break down sugar (ferment) and form acid. This acid affects the calcium in tooth enamel and starts tooth decay depending on time. Maltitol cannot be easily broken down by bacteria in the mouth. There is no acid that damages tooth enamel and tooth decay does not occur.