Wholesome Sweeteners 11.5-Ounce Allulose, Zero Calorie Sweetener, Keto Friendly, Non GMO, Non-Erythritol, Gluten Free & Vegan Liquid Sweetener, 1 Pack

I bought Wholesome Allulose after reading that it may naturally elevate GLP-1 levels, and I figured it was worth a try—especially since I’m not interested in jumping on the GLP-1 injection train. I’ve been adding about a teaspoon to my coffee each morning, and I’m really impressed. I didn’t notice any taste difference at all, which is huge for me—I’m very sensitive to stevia and artificial sweeteners and usually dislike them. This had none of that fake sugar taste, which is a major win.Another plus: allulose measures about 70% as sweet as regular sugar, so you may want to use just a bit more if you’re replacing sugar in a recipe. The conversion is actually provided on the package for baking. But for daily use like coffee or tea, it’s been perfect.So far, I’m happy with it and will definitely keep using it! I’ll update if I notice any difference in my sugar craving after longer term use.Another reviewer made some misinformed claims that I’d like to debunk about this product from a scientific perspective:Claim #1: “Made from corn = bad”Reality:Yes, most commercially available allulose is made from corn starch—specifically, non-GMO corn in the case of reputable brands like Wholesome. But this is not a bad thing. Many natural ingredients are derived from agricultural sources via enzymatic or fermentation processes. Corn is a widely used starting material for natural sweeteners (including erythritol, xylitol, and allulose) simply because it’s abundant and scalable.Allulose is chemically identical regardless of the source—whether it’s extracted from figs or created via enzymatic transformation from corn. The source doesn’t affect its structure or safety.Claim #2: “This is highly processed / unnatural!”Reality:Let’s address the processing:Allulose is naturally present in small amounts in foods like jackfruit, raisins, and figs—but it’s incredibly inefficient to extract at scale. The enzymatic process that turns corn starch into allulose mimics what happens in nature, and it’s no more “unnatural” than how cheese is made from milk with rennet or how kombucha is brewed.As for “GMO enzymes”: this refers to enzymes produced by microorganisms that have been genetically modified to produce large quantities of a specific enzyme. These enzymes are purified and removed from the final product, meaning there is no GMO material in your sweetener. This is common practice in many foods and pharmaceuticals (like insulin, for example).Claim #3: “It’s just overpriced corn sugar!”Reality:Allulose is not sugar—not in how your body processes it.• It’s a rare sugar that isn’t metabolized the same way as glucose or fructose.• It has virtually no calories and does not raise blood sugar or insulin levels, which makes it appealing for people with diabetes or those on low-carb diets.• It may even support GLP-1 activity, as some early studies suggest.Yes, it costs more than regular sugar—because it is much more expensive to produce. You’re paying for a functional, low-impact sweetener, not a commodity sugar.Claim #4: “The label is deceptive and hard to read”Reality:Most reputable brands (like Wholesome) clearly state that their product is made from non-GMO corn. It may be in smaller text on the back due to packaging design, but this is standard. If a customer has specific ingredient concerns, checking the back label is common practice.

I've got LADA which is treated as Type I Diabetes. I have to watch my carbs. Simple as that. You'll see a bunch of people complaining about how you shouldn't buy this product. "Its corn." As if corn wasn't a natural substance. "It's not organic." So what? I'd rather have sterile chemicals on my food products than feces. Here's the thing. Different strokes for different folks. There are some people who run into digestive problems with ANYTHING. And they tend to think, if it doesn't work for me, it won't work for you. And they also think they should try to paint the product as the spawn of satan. I don't roll that way. I tell people my experience and encourage them to make their own decision. I bake with this stuff. I put it in my coffee. I put it into simple syrups for zero carb cocktails. And it is wonderful. I also love that is a natural sugar. Yes, yes. It is made - in bulk - through an enzymatic process from corn. It is still found in regular foods. And if you complain about how "un-natural enzymatic processes are," then frankly you're simply ignorant. I'm not being insulting. I'm stating a fact. Because every time you take a bite of food, chew it up with your saliva, and swallow it, you have just subjected your food to an enzymatic process. Your saliva is full of enzymes. "Oh those are natural." Chemicals are chemicals. The source doesn't matter. Mercury is "natural." I don't suggest you take a big slug of that. Or how about lead? Oh, I know! Uranium! All natural!! And all will kill you. "Natural" isn't a good standard to go by. Don't fall for the marketing gimmicks that companies use to manipulate you into buying products. No, you do NOT need gluten free water. If someone tries to sell you a bottle of that, you need to understand that they think you are stupid. Buy products because of their specific value to you. I wish I could use sugar. It's delicious. But I can't. I don't like the artificial sweeteners. They all leave either a bitter after taste, or have weird cooling effects. The one I like the most is the pink stuff. We have nearly a century of data on its safety. But it's not perfect. I like allulose. It is a saccharide, as is sugar, that is found in the real foods we eat. Thank God that chemists have used their divine gifts to take this gift from nature and mass produce it! It has brought food joy back into my life. So try it. Maybe it will disagree with you. Or maybe it will help you meet your health goals while maintaining some degree of food joy. But decide for yourself. If I had listened to all the negative-nancy reviews, I'd have missed out. And that would have been a shame. I do wish it were a bit less expensive, but sugar used to be only for the wealthy. At least buying a pound of this isn't costing me a month's wages. And to me, the enjoyment I get from it, while it helps protect my health, is worth the price.