The sugar alcohol is found naturally in certain types of fruit and vegetables, but also in some fermented foods. Our erythritol is produced through the gentle fermentation of pure corn starch. The final sugar substitute product can hardly be distinguished from conventional sugar, but it can be used in just as many ways. Erythritol comes extremely close to the sweet taste of normal sugar and also does not provide any calories. The body excretes the sugar substitute unchanged via the intestines and kidneys. Consumption recommendation: Erythritol has a sweetness of approx. 70% conventional sugar; Recipes are to be converted accordingly when using erythritol. 1 teaspoon of sugar corresponds to approx. a little more like 1 teaspoon of erythritol. Excessive consumption can have a laxative effec.