The FDA announced last week it will use its discretion to exclude allulose from the amount of “total sugars” or “added sugars” on Nutrition Facts panels. Allulose will still count toward the caloric value of food on the label, but at a revised lower calorie count, the agency said. Compared to regular sugar, allulose has fewer calories, a smaller impact on blood glucose and insulin levels and doesn’t promote tooth decay, FDA said. The low-calorie sweetener naturally occurs in small amounts in wheat, fruits such as raisins and dried figs, and other sweet foods including brown sugar and molasses.
FDA will exempt allulose from ‘added sugar’ labeling rules
