RHR: Erythritol: The ‘Safe’ Sweetener That’s Anything But

Erythritol, a popular sweetener found in countless sugar-free and keto products, has long been considered a safe alternative to sugar. This episode of Revolution Health Radio examines emerging research that challenges that assumption. Chris explains how erythritol promotes blood clotting, impairs blood vessel function, increases oxidative stress, and interferes with the body’s ability to dissolve clots. You’ll learn why erythritol accumulates in the bloodstream, how regulatory loopholes allowed it to be widely adopted without long-term safety data, and why people with diabetes, obesity, and heart disease may be especially vulnerable. Chris also discusses similar concerns with xylitol, explores gut health side effects of sugar alcohols, and outlines safer alternatives like allulose, pure stevia extract, and monk fruit. The post RHR: Erythritol: The ‘Safe’ Sweetener That’s Anything But appeared first on Chris Kresser .

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RHR: Erythritol: The ‘Safe’ Sweetener That’s Anything But is an episode from Revolution Health Radio by Chris Kresser.

This episode is 24:16 long.

This episode was published on Mar 31, 2026.

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