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Maltitol: Why does this sugar have laxative effect?

Posted on 10/02/2023, 21:27 by Rachel Kaur

Maltitol, like other sugar alcohols, can increase bowel movements for several reasons. One reason is that it is not completely absorbed in the small intestine, so it passes into the large intestine where bacteria ferment it, producing gas, which can lead to increased bowel movements. Additionally, maltitol has a mild laxative effect as it draws…