This is my take on the new LC version of the Russell Stover chocolates. If this info is wrong and anyone knows differently.. feel free to correct me as I am still learning like the rest of us here..
From what I can tell there are 3 sugar alcohol ingredients listed on the box of the sugar free chocolates that I have.. ( coconut miniatures)
Maltitol, Erythritol, and Sucralose. They are all 3 sugar alcohols. I would think that the straight maltitol would create more intestinal upset in those that are sensitive to the laxative affect that happens when they eat these candies and products that contain heavy amounts of the maltitol.. than if they were to have the 3 mixed sugar alcohols.
I have a whole package of the crystal form of Erythritol and a breakdown of the chemical makeup and the improvements in the product that I got from the company who makes it. According to that company the Erythritol has less intestinal upset qualities that are common with the maltitol.
Just a thought for those of you who would want to spend the extra money for the LC version.
As for me.. I will stick to the SF ones as well.
I am fortunate to not have the tummy problems associated with the maltitol.
I never eat the recommended or allowed amount. Usuall I have 2 to 3 when I have them. Serving size on my box of chocolates is 5.. 20 g carbs.. 3 fibers.. and 16 sugar alcohols.
Sure is some wonderful candy ..