{"id":44023,"date":"2022-06-24T15:15:50","date_gmt":"2022-06-24T15:15:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=44023"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"allulose-side-effects","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/allulose-side-effects\/","title":{"rendered":"Allulose Side Effects: What You Need To Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/allulose-side-effects\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/allulose-side-effects\/#1_Digestive_Issues\" >1. Digestive Issues<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/allulose-side-effects\/#2_Allergic_Reactions\" >2. Allergic Reactions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/allulose-side-effects\/#3_Blood_Sugar_Effects\" >3. Blood Sugar Effects<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/allulose-side-effects\/#4_Weight_Gain\" >4. Weight Gain<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/allulose-side-effects\/#5_Other_Side_Effects\" >5. Other Side Effects<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/allulose-side-effects\/#Is_Allulose_Too_Good_To_Be_True\" >Is Allulose Too Good To Be True?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/allulose-side-effects\/#1_Is_Low_Calorie_And_Doesnt_Cause_Weight_Gain\" >1. Is Low Calorie And Doesn&#8217;t Cause Weight Gain<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/allulose-side-effects\/#2_Reduces_Inflammation\" >2. Reduces Inflammation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/allulose-side-effects\/#3_Promotes_Gut_Health\" >3. Promotes Gut Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/allulose-side-effects\/#4_Lowers_Blood_Sugar_Levels\" >4. Lowers Blood Sugar Levels<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/allulose-side-effects\/#How_Much_Allulose_Should_You_Eat\" >How Much Allulose Should You Eat?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/allulose-side-effects\/#How_To_Use_Allulose_For_Weight_Loss\" >How To Use Allulose For Weight Loss<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/allulose-side-effects\/#Satisfying_Your_Sweet_Tooth_With_Fruit\" >Satisfying Your Sweet Tooth With Fruit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/allulose-side-effects\/#Allulose-Sweetened_Foods_As_Substitutes\" >Allulose-Sweetened Foods As Substitutes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/allulose-side-effects\/#Using_Allulose_In_Recipes\" >Using Allulose In Recipes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/allulose-side-effects\/#Low_Carb_Dieting\" >Low Carb Dieting<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/allulose-side-effects\/#Whats_The_FDAs_Position_On_Allulose\" >What&#8217;s The FDA&#8217;s Position On Allulose?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/allulose-side-effects\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allulose is a rare sugar that occurs naturally in small amounts in figs, raisins, and molasses. Unlike other sugars, allulose is not metabolized by the body, so it has no calories and does not raise blood sugar levels (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/34409930\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allulose is being used increasingly as a sweetener in food products because it tastes like sugar but without the calories (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/34409930\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Yet the limited research on the safety of allulose has caused some experts to raise concerns about its potential side effects. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here&#8217;s what you need to know about the possible side effects of allulose. Note that these side effects are only associated with high doses of allulose and are not common.<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-single-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-title-wrapper\">\n            <h3 class=\"ad-single-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_your_personalized\"><\/span>Get your personalized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <span class=\"ad-single-sub-title color-green\">\n                <svg class=\"icon-sparkle\" width=\"36\" height=\"21\" viewBox=\"0 0 36 21\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\n                          d=\"M34.6837 0.515943C34.8247 0.835947 34.9421 1.16291 34.9891 1.48987C35.1417 2.64466 35.3179 6.51949 35.2592 7.29863C35.2592 7.53515 35.1887 7.7995 35.0243 8.01516C34.7307 8.39777 33.9791 8.4256 33.5681 8.07081C33.4154 7.94559 33.3215 7.77863 33.2745 7.61863C33.1453 7.15254 33.0396 6.68645 32.9809 6.22035C32.8165 4.81512 32.6638 3.40293 32.5581 1.9977C32.5229 1.53161 32.6051 1.05856 32.6991 0.592466C32.7695 0.244637 33.251 -0.0197144 33.6973 0.00115537C34.2257 0.0289818 34.5546 0.230723 34.6837 0.515943ZM18.6184 9.78225C18.5734 9.67557 18.5344 9.57528 18.4971 9.47956C18.4178 9.27568 18.3465 9.09257 18.2426 8.91267C16.7159 6.24133 14.2615 3.86217 11.4665 1.60128C11.1377 1.33693 10.7267 1.08649 10.2687 0.919531C10.0221 0.829095 9.52885 0.843009 9.247 0.933445C9.03562 1.00301 8.88295 1.27432 8.92992 1.42736C9.01213 1.71954 9.18828 2.01868 9.4349 2.28303C11.0555 4.02913 12.6879 5.76829 14.3437 7.50048C14.8308 8.0068 15.3395 8.50887 15.8473 9.01L15.8473 9.01001C15.9883 9.14921 16.1293 9.28833 16.2697 9.42746C16.4811 9.64311 16.7159 9.85181 16.9626 10.0466C17.2327 10.2692 17.6437 10.4014 18.0547 10.2553C18.0691 10.2501 18.0836 10.245 18.0981 10.2399C18.1097 10.2358 18.1213 10.2318 18.1329 10.2278C18.3785 10.1424 18.6184 10.0589 18.6184 9.78225ZM1.98942 20.1407C2.17783 20.1221 2.37674 20.105 2.58175 20.0875C2.99012 20.0525 3.42272 20.0154 3.84492 19.9598C6.34632 19.6259 8.84771 19.292 11.3374 18.9442C11.8776 18.8676 12.406 18.7355 12.8875 18.5824C13.5334 18.3807 13.7566 18.0954 13.6509 17.7824C13.5452 17.4694 13.1224 17.2746 12.3826 17.2676C11.8776 17.2607 11.3374 17.2676 10.8559 17.3372C7.69683 17.8102 4.5378 18.2972 1.3905 18.7911C1.03819 18.8468 0.674137 18.9442 0.404034 19.0833C-0.2771 19.4242 -0.065712 19.9598 0.803314 20.092C1.01858 20.1228 1.25262 20.1258 1.51135 20.1291C1.66195 20.131 1.82092 20.133 1.98942 20.1407Z\"\n                          fill=\"#17B991\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n               meal plan!\n            <\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-single-text ad-desc-wrapper\">\n            <p class=\"ad-single-desc\">What's your main health goal?<\/p>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Allulose_Side_Effects\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Lose weight<\/a>\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Allulose_Side_Effects\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\">Feel great<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <img class=\"ad-single-img\" alt=\"health-food\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"395\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/health-food.webp\">\n    <\/section>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Digestive_Issues\"><\/span><strong>1. Digestive Issues<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allulose can cause digestive issues like gas, bloating, diarrhea, and constipation in some people (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2072-6643\/10\/12\/2010\/htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). If you experience any of these side effects after consuming allulose, it&#8217;s best to avoid it or limit your intake.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Allergic_Reactions\"><\/span><strong>2. Allergic Reactions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allergic reactions to allulose are rare but have been reported. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include hives, rash, itching, swelling, and difficulty breathing. If you experience any of these symptoms after consuming allulose, seek medical <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/stevia-vs-sucralose\/\">attention immediately<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Allulose_Side_Effects\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47183 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207797-1024x577.png\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"770\" height=\"434\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207797.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207797-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207797.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207797-1634x920.png 1634w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207797.png 1728w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Blood_Sugar_Effects\"><\/span><strong>3. Blood Sugar Effects<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although allulose does not raise blood sugar levels like sugar does, it may cause reductions in blood sugar which\u00a0 people with diabetes who are taking insulin or other blood sugar-lowering medications need to be aware of (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/drc.bmj.com\/content\/9\/1\/e001939\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). If you have diabetes, it&#8217;s important to monitor your blood sugar levels closely when consuming allulose.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Weight_Gain\"><\/span><strong>4. Weight Gain<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although allulose is non-caloric, some experts believe it could still cause weight gain by stimulating appetite or promoting fat storage. More research is needed to confirm these potential side effects.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Other_Side_Effects\"><\/span><strong>5. Other Side Effects<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other rare side effects of allulose include headaches, fatigue, and dizziness. If you experience any of these side effects after consuming allulose, it&#8217;s best to avoid it or limit your intake.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-sucralose-bad\/\">Is Sucralose Bad For You? Facts About This Artificial Sweetener<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Allulose_Side_Effects\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47186 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207794-1024x576.png\" alt=\"allulose side effects\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207794.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207794-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207794.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207794-1635x920.png 1635w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207794.png 1729w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Allulose_Too_Good_To_Be_True\"><\/span><strong>Is Allulose Too Good To Be True?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extensive research has been done on sugar and its effects on the <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/coconut-sugar-substitute\/\">human body<\/a>. Table sugar is notorious for causing cavities, weight gain, and spikes in blood sugar levels (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4822166\/#__ffn_sectitle\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Most importantly, it may trigger inflammation, which is associated with many chronic diseases (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/s41591-019-0675-0\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allulose is a natural sugar found in some fruits and plants and doesn&#8217;t have the same negative effects as table sugar. It&#8217;s not too good to be true- allulose is the real deal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allulose is a monosaccharide, or single sugar molecule, that occurs naturally in small amounts in wheat, jackfruit, and figs. Unlike other sugars, allulose is not metabolized by the body, so it doesn&#8217;t cause spikes in blood sugar levels. What exactly does allulose do to your body? Here are the five ways allulose might benefit your health<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Is_Low_Calorie_And_Doesnt_Cause_Weight_Gain\"><\/span><strong>1. Is Low Calorie And Doesn&#8217;t Cause Weight Gain<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allulose is about 70% as sweet as table sugar, but it contains only a fraction of the <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/coconut-sugar-vs-cane-sugar\/\">calories<\/a>. In fact, allulose has almost zero calories- so it won&#8217;t add to your waistline (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2072-6643\/10\/2\/160\/htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Reduces_Inflammation\"><\/span><strong>2. Reduces Inflammation<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allulose may reduce inflammation, possibly through interaction with beneficial bacteria in the gut\u00a0 (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2304-8158\/10\/9\/2186\/htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Promotes_Gut_Health\"><\/span><strong>3. Promotes Gut Health<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The gut is home to trillions of bacteria, many of which are beneficial for our health. Allulose may feed the good bacteria in the gut, which promotes a healthy gut microbiome (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2072-6643\/10\/11\/1797\/htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Allulose_Side_Effects\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47185 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207795-1024x577.png\" alt=\"allulose side effects\" width=\"770\" height=\"434\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207795.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207795-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207795.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207795-1634x920.png 1634w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207795.png 1728w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Lowers_Blood_Sugar_Levels\"><\/span><strong>4. Lowers Blood Sugar Levels<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allulose has a minimal effect on blood sugar levels, even when consumed in large amounts. This is good news for people with diabetes or prediabetes, who need to keep their blood sugar levels in check (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2304-8158\/10\/9\/2186\/htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Allulose_Should_You_Eat\"><\/span><strong>How Much Allulose Should You Eat?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no official recommended daily intake of allulose, but one gastrointestinal tolerance study suggested that it may be safe to consume a maximum of 0.4 grams per kilogram of body weight at a time, or 0.9 grams per kilogram per day (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2072-6643\/10\/12\/2010\/htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This amounts to 28 grams at one time or 63 grams per day for a 70-kilogram person (about 150 pounds).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consuming more than this amount may cause abdominal discomfort and diarrhea in some people. You may find that your individual tolerance varies. We suggest that you start with a small amount (a teaspoon perhaps) and see how it goes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allulose is available in the same form as sugar, as a powder, and in some foods. You can also find allulose-sweetened products, such as allulose syrup, online and in some <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/agave-nectar-vs-honey\/\">health food<\/a> stores.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re looking to add allulose to your diet, start by replacing table sugar with allulose in your coffee or tea. You can also use it in baking or to sweeten yogurt, oatmeal, or other foods. Just be aware that allulose doesn&#8217;t caramelize like sugar does, so it may not work as well in some recipes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you tend to let yourself off the hook, raise the white flag when things get tougher than you expected, send yourself on an unconscious binge-eating trip \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Allulose_Side_Effects\">BetterMe app is here to help you<\/a> leave all of these sabotaging habits in the past!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Allulose_Side_Effects\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47187 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207793-1024x577.png\" alt=\"allulose side effects\" width=\"770\" height=\"434\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207793.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207793-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207793.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207793-1634x920.png 1634w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207793.png 1728w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Use_Allulose_For_Weight_Loss\"><\/span><strong>How To Use Allulose For Weight Loss<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re trying to lose weight, allulose can help by preventing cravings and reducing hunger. When used in combination with a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/coconut-sugar-vs-stevia\/\">healthy diet<\/a> and exercise, allulose can help you reach your <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/natural-sweeteners\/\">weight loss goals<\/a> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK221839\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can allulose to lose weight by:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Satisfying_Your_Sweet_Tooth_With_Fruit\"><\/span><strong>Satisfying Your Sweet Tooth With Fruit<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some fruits naturally contain allulose, including jackfruit and figs. You can also find allulose in raisins, dates, and prunes. While these fruits are healthy and can help with weight loss, they&#8217;re also high in sugar. So, be sure to eat them in moderation (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/advances\/article\/3\/4\/506\/4591497\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Allulose-Sweetened_Foods_As_Substitutes\"><\/span><strong>Allulose-Sweetened Foods As Substitutes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/high-glutamate-foods\/\">number<\/a> of allulose-sweetened <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/chicory-benefits\/\">foods<\/a> on the market that can be used as substitutes for sugary snacks and desserts. These include allulose-sweetened chocolate, cookies, cake, ice cream, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When choosing an allulose-sweetened product, be sure to read the label carefully. Some products may contain other forms of sugar as well, which you\u2019ll want to take into account.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Using_Allulose_In_Recipes\"><\/span><strong>Using Allulose In Recipes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allulose can be used in place of sugar in recipes. It can also be used to sweeten coffee, tea, and other beverages. Allulose is about 70% as sweet as sugar, so you may need to use a little more to achieve the same level of sweetness.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Allulose_Side_Effects\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47188 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207792-1024x576.png\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207792.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207792-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207792.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207792-1635x920.png 1635w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207792.png 1729w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Low_Carb_Dieting\"><\/span><strong>Low Carb Dieting<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low carb diets can be very effective for weight loss (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/32744579\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Allulose can help you stick to your low carb diet by satisfying your sweet tooth without the added sugar.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allulose is a great alternative to sugar for those on a low carb diet. It is also perfect for people with diabetes or other conditions that require them to limit their <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/boiled-bananas\/\">sugar intake<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-sweetener\/\">Zero Calorie Sweetener: Is It A Good Substitute For Refined Sugar?<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Allulose_Side_Effects\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47182 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207799-1024x577.png\" alt=\"allulose side effects\" width=\"770\" height=\"434\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207799.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207799-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207799.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207799-1634x920.png 1634w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207799.png 1728w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_The_FDAs_Position_On_Allulose\"><\/span><strong>What&#8217;s The FDA&#8217;s Position On Allulose?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allulose is a naturally occurring sugar found in small amounts in certain fruits and plants. The FDA has classified allulose as a &#8220;generally recognized as safe&#8221; (GRAS) substance for use in food. This means that it is safe to consume and does not require special labeling or approval before being used in food products (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/media\/106159\/download\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In 2016, the FDA issued a final rule that allows allulose to be excluded from the total and added sugars calculations on food labels. This means that foods that contain allulose can have their sugar content reduced by up to 40% on the Nutrition Facts label (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/news-events\/fda-brief\/fda-brief-fda-allows-low-calorie-sweetener-allulose-be-excluded-total-and-added-sugars-counts#:~:text=as%20an%20ingredient-,FDA%20In%20Brief%3A%20FDA%20allows%20the%20low%2Dcalorie%20sweetener%20allulose,when%20used%20as%20an%20ingredient&amp;text=%E2%80%9CEnsuring%20that%20consumers%20have%20current,of%20our%20Nutrition%20Innovation%20Strategy.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allulose can also be used as a sugar substitute in processed foods and beverages.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The FDA has also issued a no objection letter for the use of allulose in dietary supplements. This means that allulose can be used as an ingredient in supplements, but it cannot be marketed as a weight loss or diabetes treatment (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/media\/123342\/download\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe app is a foolproof way to go from zero to a weight loss hero in a safe and sustainable way! What are you waiting for? <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Allulose_Side_Effects\">Start transforming your body now<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Allulose_Side_Effects\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47184 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207796-1024x576.png\" alt=\"allulose side effects\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207796.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207796-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207796.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207796-1635x920.png 1635w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Frame-207796.png 1729w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allulose is a promising sugar alternative with many <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/cico-diet\/\">potential benefits<\/a>. However, more research is needed to determine its long-term effects. Until then, enjoy allulose in moderation and be sure to consult with your doctor if you have any questions or concerns.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Allulose_Side_Effects\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Allulose is a rare sugar that occurs naturally in small amounts in figs, raisins, and molasses. Unlike other sugars, allulose is not metabolized by the body, so it has no calories and does not raise blood sugar levels (2). Allulose is being used increasingly as a sweetener in food products because it tastes like sugar [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":42,"featured_media":44024,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"coauthors":[123,87],"class_list":["post-44023","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-nutrition"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v20.2.1 (Yoast SEO v25.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Allulose Side Effects: What You Need To Know - BetterMe<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"\u2605 ALLULOSE SIDE EFFECTS \u27a4 are minimal, but more research is needed to determine its long-term effects. 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