Sweetened With Nonnutritive Sweetener

This refers to foods that have been sweetened using ingredients that provide sweetness but contain very few or no calories. These sweeteners are often many times sweeter than sugar, so only small amounts are needed.

Nonnutritive sweeteners are used to reduce the calorie content of foods and beverages, or for people who need to manage their sugar intake. They are commonly found in diet sodas, sugar-free candies, baked goods, and some dairy products.

The FDA considers approved nonnutritive sweeteners to be safe when consumed within acceptable daily intake levels, though specific numeric limits are not provided here. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have also evaluated these sweeteners. Research on the long-term health effects of nonnutritive sweeteners is ongoing, with some studies suggesting potential impacts on gut bacteria or metabolism, while others find no adverse effects at typical consumption levels.