Is Mannitol Like Xylitol? A Comparison of These Sugar Alcohols
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While both mannitol and xylitol are classified as sugar alcohols, a 2011 study on mitochondrial isolation revealed that the six-carbon mannitol is a more effective osmolyte than the five-carbon xylitol. This structural difference leads to important distinctions in their properties, functions, and overall effects on the body, despite their shared category.
