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Sweeteners in Food — Complete Guide
Sweeteners are used as sugar substitutes to provide sweetness without the calories of sugar, or to replace sugar for people with diabetes. They range from naturally derived compounds like stevia and monk fruit to highly processed synthetic chemicals like aspartame and sucralose. While they help reduce sugar and calorie intake, some have been associated with health concerns.
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🟢 Safest Sweeteners
- Steviol Glycosides (Stevia) (E960)Generally Safe(8/10)
- Sucralose (E955)Caution(6/10)
- Acesulfame K (E950)Caution(5/10)
⚠️ Most Controversial Sweeteners
- Aspartame (E951)Questionable(4/10)
- Acesulfame K (E950)Caution(5/10)
- Sucralose (E955)Caution(6/10)
All Sweeteners (4)
| E-Number ↕ | Name ↕ | Safety ↓ | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| E960 | Steviol Glycosides (Stevia) | Generally Safe(8/10) | Natural |
| E955 | Sucralose | Caution(6/10) | Synthetic |
| E950 | Acesulfame K | Caution(5/10) | Synthetic |
| E951 | Aspartame | Questionable(4/10) | Synthetic |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sweeteners are used as sugar substitutes to provide sweetness without the calories of sugar, or to replace sugar for people with diabetes. They range from naturally derived compounds like stevia and monk fruit to highly processed synthetic chemicals like aspartame and sucralose. While they help reduce sugar and calorie intake, some have been associated with health concerns.