OstroVit Erythritol is designed for people who want to reduce ordinary sugar while keeping a sweet taste in everyday foods and drinks. According to the product information, it contains 100% erythritol, has 0 kcal and a glycemic index of 0. This makes it a practical option for sweetening coffee, tea, porridge, yoghurt or homemade desserts when the goal is to lower added sugar or calorie intake from sweeteners.
It is not the same ingredient as table sugar. Erythritol is a polyol, also called a sugar alcohol, and despite the name it is not alcoholic in the way beverages are. It tastes sweet on the tongue but is not used by the body in the same way as glucose, which is why it contributes virtually no energy. It can therefore fit into a balanced eating plan where you are adjusting sweetness habits rather than relying on sugar for calories.
For the best results, treat it as a tool rather than a complete diet solution. It can reduce sugar in specific meals, but the overall quality of the diet still depends on the foods it is used with. If you have a chronic condition, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or use medication, ask a qualified specialist how sugar substitutes fit into your personal diet.