Low Carb Sweetener
Sweetener for low carb diet
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Sweeteners
Sugar substitutes have come a long way in recent years. The
preferred sweetener for cooking applications is sucralose. It's
available in both packets and granular form under the brand name
Splenda. Because it stands up to heat without breaking down or
losing its sweetening power, it's suitable for all kinds of cooking.
If you can't find Splenda or it is unsuitable for you for some reason, saccharin is another option.
The FDA recently removed saccharin from its list of carcinogens, basing its decision upon a thorough review of the medical literature and the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences' statement that "there is no clear association between saccharin and human cancer." It can be safely consumed in moderate amounts - no more than three packets a day. Saccharin is marketed as Sweet 'n Low®.
Acesulfame potassium, also known as ace-K, is another non-caloric sweetener option. It is about 200 times sweeter than sugar. As it cannot be metabolized, it passes through the body without elevating blood sugar. The FDA has authorized the use of ace-K after evaluating numerous studies and determining its safety. It is sold under the brand name Sunett™.
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