Sugar Free Chocolate Chips
Composition varies. Polyol-sweetened versions (maltitol, sorbitol) commonly cause GI symptoms (bloating, diarrhea) at higher intakes; FDA requires laxation warnings for some polyols.
What it is
Chocolate chips sweetened with non-sugar sweeteners (commonly maltitol, erythritol, stevia, or sucralose) instead of sucrose.
Sweet baking inclusion; confectionery.
Why it's flagged
- polyol GI effects
- saturated fat from cocoa butter
What regulators actually say
"Foods that contain sorbitol must bear the statement 'Excess consumption may have a laxative effect.'"
"FDA approves high-intensity sweeteners for use as general-purpose sweeteners or for use only in certain foods."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Composite food; sweetener-specific GRAS/affirmation rules apply
European Union — EFSA
Composite food; sweeteners authorized under EU 1333/2008
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