There are two types of sweeteners:
The caloric sweeteners provide 4 calories per gram. The noncaloric varieties provide zero calories
Caloric sweeteners provide sweet flavor and bulk when added to food. They also maintain freshness and contribute to product quality. Caloric sweeteners act as a preservative in jams and jellies, and a flavor enhancer in processed meats. They provide fermentation for breads and...
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Artificial sweeteners are widespread, from soda to yogurt and beyond, and many people wonder about the potential safety issues. Generally,... Read more »
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Is it better to sweeten with Splenda, the McNeil Nutritionals brand of sucralose, or with one of the many brands of stevia? I keep changing... Read more »
Grains, starchy vegetables, sugar, and artificial sweeteners are not part of the bariatric diet! So for many years I missed out on the... Read more »
Food and drinks made with artificial sweeteners are indeed lower in calories, but a new study suggests that they may lead to overeating. A recent... Read more »
Patients diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome who do not get relief from medication may need to cut out artificial sweeteners, says Dr. Peter... Read more »
In this article from The People's Pharmacy, one reader says that her chronic headaches were cured when she decided to give up artificial sweeteners.... Read more »
A controversial new study suggests that eating the artificial sweetener Splenda may cause weight gain. Researchers from Duke University fed rats... Read more »
Recent studies have tied too much sugar consumption to diseases such as diabetes, obesity, and other health concerns. Because of the scrutiny many... Read more »