And Neotame

Neotame is an artificial sweetener that is about 7,000 to 13,000 times sweeter than table sugar. It is made from aspartame and is chemically similar to it, but with modifications that make it more stable and intensely sweet. Neotame is produced through a chemical synthesis process.

Manufacturers use neotame to provide sweetness with very few calories. Because it is so potent, only tiny amounts are needed to achieve the desired sweetness level. It is commonly found in sugar-free or reduced-sugar products like beverages, chewing gum, dairy products, and baked goods.

In the United States, neotame is approved as a high-intensity sweetener. The FDA has determined it is safe for consumption at levels typically used in food. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated neotame and established an acceptable daily intake. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from its consumption within these guidelines.