Provides a sweet taste without adding calories or carbohydrates. Useful for blood sugar management and weight management.
Sweetening agents that do not contain calories or carbohydrates provide a sweet taste sensation without significantly impacting blood glucose levels or caloric intake. They interact with taste receptors on the tongue to stimulate sweetness perception, offering an alternative to sugar in food and beverage formulations. This can assist in weight management, blood sugar control for individuals with diabetes, and reduced risk of dental caries.
Ingredients That Provide This Benefit
Evidence Levels for Ingredients
Aspartame
Evidence: 4/5
Sucralose
Evidence: 4/5
Stevia
Evidence: 3/5
Erythritol
Evidence: 3/5
Monk Fruit Extract
Evidence: 3/5