Artificial Sweeteners
What is Artificial Sweeteners?
Artificial sweeteners are substances used to provide a sweet taste with few or no calories. They can be synthesized from natural sources or created entirely in a lab. Many are many times sweeter than sugar, so only small amounts are needed.
Is Artificial Sweeteners vegan?
Artificial Sweeteners is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Artificial Sweeteners gluten-free?
They do not contain gluten.
Is Artificial Sweeteners a major allergen?
Artificial sweeteners themselves are not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens.
What is Artificial Sweeteners used for?
Manufacturers use artificial sweeteners to reduce the calorie content of foods and beverages, making them appealing to consumers seeking sugar-free or low-calorie options.
Is Artificial Sweeteners safe?
In the U.S., several artificial sweeteners have been approved by the FDA as food additives or are Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS).
Why it's used
Manufacturers use artificial sweeteners to reduce the calorie content of foods and beverages, making them appealing to consumers seeking sugar-free or low-calorie options. They are commonly found in diet sodas, sugar-free candies, baked goods, and tabletop sweeteners.
Health notes
In the U.S., several artificial sweeteners have been approved by the FDA as food additives or are Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS). Regulatory bodies like the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated many of these sweeteners. While generally considered safe at typical consumption levels, research into their long-term health effects, including impacts on gut health and metabolism, is ongoing, and some studies have yielded mixed results.
Allergen info
Artificial sweeteners themselves are not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. They do not contain gluten.
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