HSH

Sugar Alcohols

  • Potentially Harmful

Definition

Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysates is type of sugar alcohol: a hybrid of sugar and alcohol molecules used as a low calorie substitute for sugar. HSH is made by hydrolyzing corn starch, potato starch or wheat starch to form a sugar then using hydrogenation to convert them into sugar alcohols resulting in sorbitol, maltitol and longer chain saccharides. This mixture without a dominant polyol is called HSH.

Also Known As

Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysates

Health Impact

Can cause digestive issues and discomfort such as bloating, gas, diarrhea, and stomach pain.

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