Satisfying your sugar cravings makes life much sweeter. Candy, in particular, is a hard-to-beat sweet treat. But while most commercial candies contain sugar, many people with diabetes or who are ...

Disruptions to the gut microbiome could explain why sorbitol, a common sugar substitute, sends some people straight to the bathroom. Reading time 3 minutes If a pack of sugar-free gum has ever given ...

Yes, people with diabetes can eat candy. However, as with all food choices, carb count, calories, portion size, and advance planning are key. Eating candy can be a controversial topic for people with ...

When you walk down the candy aisle, it’s hard not to notice the array of sugar-free treats promising all the sweetness with none of the sugar. Whether you have a type of diabetes or are simply cutting ...

Elaine L., who reads this column in the St. Louis Post-Dispatch writes, “I am diabetic and also get a very dry mouth frequently. Sucking on a hard candy helps my mouth, but I really don’t need the ...

We dive into the science to figure out how to make gummies without the side effects. Sugar free gummies are delicious, low on calories, and… technically laxatives? Reactions producer Andrew dives into ...