Eritrytal, substitute for sugar already connected to the risk of heart disease, can hinder the dilation of the cerebral vascular system.
A natural product used as a substitute for sugar, with a high sweetening power in the face of a practically null calorie impact, could lead to risks for the blood circulation of the brain. Eritrytal can hinder dilation and correct blood circulation in cerebral blood vesselsraising the chances of incurring a stroke. This is suggested by a study published on Journal of Applied Physiologywhich studied the effects of the sweetener on in vitro human vascular cells.
Eritrito: what it is and where it is
Eritritolo is part of a family of natural sweeteners called Polialcoliwhich are formed during the industrial fermentation of sugars naturally present in fruit and vegetables. It is located on the label with the acronym E968 in low calorie impact products such as diabetic foods.
Approved for food consumption both by the FDA and from the European Union, eritritolo is considered safe, at least in the short term. In recent years, however, some studies have tried to evaluate its long -term impact, especially on the cardiovascular system.
Recently, research on cohorts of patients in Europe and the United States have found that there are positive associations between high levels of erythritus in the blood and an increased risk of cardiovascular events, regardless of other factors that predispose to these pathologies. However, since it is simple associations, any causal mechanisms between the intake of the product and cardiovascular problems have not yet been clarified.
In vitro experiments
Auburn Berry, physiologist of the University of Colorado-Boulder, studied the effects of Eritrito on the laboratory on microvascular endothelial cells of the human brain. These cells they cover the internal surface of the small blood vessels who transport oxygenated blood to the brain. Berry noticed that the cells exposed to a quantity of erythritol similar to that contained in a drink showed higher levels of oxidative stressa physiological imbalance due to the excess of oxidizing agents that can damage the tissues.
In addition, the cells exposed to the sweetener they produced less nitric oxidea mixture that helps the blood vessels to dilate. This reduction could hinder vasodilation and with it blood circulation, increasing the risk of stroke.
Eritritolo and vascular risks: how to adjust, then?
The link between the consumption of Eritritolo and any risks deserves further research insights. In the meantime, the general recommendation is to diversify the diet as much as possible, without relying on a sweetening substance only, e get used to consuming unwanted drinks and foodsbitter or with their natural flavor.
