Suralose

Sucralose is an artificial sweetener made from sugar. It is produced through a multi-step chemical process that replaces three hydrogen-oxygen groups on a sugar molecule with chlorine atoms. This chemical change makes it much sweeter than sugar and prevents the body from breaking it down for energy.

Manufacturers use sucralose as a zero-calorie sweetener in a wide variety of foods and beverages. It is often found in diet drinks, powdered drink mixes, chewing gum, baked goods, and tabletop sweeteners. Because it is heat-stable, it can be used in cooking and baking.

Sucralose is approved by the FDA as a high-intensity sweetener. Both the FDA and EFSA have reviewed sucralose and found it safe for consumption within acceptable limits. JECFA has also evaluated sucralose and established an acceptable daily intake. Some studies have raised questions about its potential effects on gut bacteria and metabolism at very high doses, but regulatory bodies consider it safe at typical consumption levels.