Side-by-Side Comparison
Sugars & Alternative Sweeteners
Erythritol (Pure Polyol) vs. Raw Honey (Pure Unfiltered)
Comparing 2 standards across 10 specifications. 10 key differences identified.
Comparing:
Erythritol (Pure Polyol)
Raw Honey (Pure Unfiltered)
Erythritol is a 4-carbon sugar alcohol (polyol) produced via yeast fermentation. It possesses 70% the sweetness of sucrose with virtually zero calories (0.24 kcal/g), a glycemic index of 0, zero net effective carbs, and superior gastrointestinal tolerance.
Raw honey is enzymatic floral nectar concentrated by honeybees (Apis mellifera). Per 100g, it provides 304 kcal, 82.4g carbohydrates (38.2% fructose, 31.3% glucose, 7.1% maltose/sucrose), 0.3g protein, 17.1g water, and a glycemic index of 58.
Specification Comparison Table
10 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
|
Relative Sweetness Index
|
70 (70% of Sucrose) | 100 – 120 (Slightly sweeter than sucrose) |
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Energy / Calories
|
20 (Official US label: 0 kcal) kcal | 304 kcal |
|
Glycemic Index (GI)
|
0 (Zero insulin spike) | 58 (Medium) |
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Total Carbohydrates
|
100.0 (Sugar Alcohol) g | 82.4 (38% Fructose, 31% Glucose) g |
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Net Effective Carbohydrates
|
0.0 (Zero glycemic impact) g | 82.4 g |
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Molecular Composition
|
4-Carbon Sugar Alcohol (Tetritol) | Invert sugar blend + Bee enzymes (Invertase, Glucose Oxidase) |
|
Dental Caries Risk
|
Non-Cariogenic (Inhibits oral bacteria) | Moderate-High |
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Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI)
|
0.66 g / kg body weight per day | Moderation (< 25g/day added sugars) |
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Cooling Sensation (Heat of Solution)
|
-43 cal/g (Noticeable endothermic cooling) | — |
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Water Content
|
— | 17.1 (Prevents bacterial fermentation) % |
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