Aspartame 25kg
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Aspartame is a low-calorie artificial sweetener that is widely used as a sugar substitute in various food and beverage products. It is a non-saccharide sweetener, meaning it does not belong to the family of natural sugars like sucrose or fructose. Aspartame is composed of two amino acids, phenylalanine and aspartic acid, linked together with a methyl ester bond.
This sweetener is known for its intense sweetness, being approximately 200 times sweeter than sugar, which allows for its use in very small quantities to achieve the desired level of sweetness in food and drinks. Aspartame has gained popularity as an alternative to sugar due to its minimal impact on caloric intake, making it suitable for individuals aiming to reduce their sugar consumption or manage their weight.
Upon ingestion, aspartame is broken down into its component amino acids and a small amount of methanol, which is further metabolized into formaldehyde and formic acid. However, the quantities produced are well within the range deemed safe by regulatory authorities, and the body’s natural metabolic processes handle them efficiently.
Uses of Aspartame
Soft Drinks and Carbonated Beverages:
Aspartame is frequently used in diet or sugar-free soft drinks, providing a sweet taste without the added calories from sugar. It is a key ingredient in many popular diet soda brands.
Sugar-Free or Low-Calorie Foods:
Aspartame is found in a variety of sugar-free or low-calorie food products such as desserts, candies, chewing gums, yogurt, gelatins, and puddings. These products provide a sweet taste without the high sugar content.
Tabletop Sweeteners:
Aspartame is available in the form of tabletop sweeteners, often in small individual packets or in granulated form. These sweeteners are convenient for adding sweetness to beverages or foods on an individual basis.
Baked Goods:
Aspartame can be used in the production of sugar-free or reduced-sugar baked goods such as cookies, cakes, and pastries. It helps to maintain sweetness while reducing overall sugar content.
Breakfast Cereals:
Many breakfast cereals, particularly those marketed as “healthy” or “reduced-sugar” options, use aspartame as a sweetener to provide flavor without excessive sugar levels.
Dairy Products:
Aspartame can be found in sugar-free or low-calorie versions of dairy products such as flavored milk, ice cream, and yogurt. It allows for a sweet taste while minimizing added sugars.
Pharmaceutical Products:
Aspartame is used in certain pharmaceutical preparations, including chewable tablets, syrups, and liquid medications, to improve taste and mask the bitterness of some active ingredients.
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Acesulfame K
Acesulfame potassium (acesulfame K) is a high-intensity, calorie-free artificial sweetener. It is about 200 times sweeter than sugar and is heat-stable, making it suitable for cooking and baking.
Uses:
- Food & Beverages: Commonly used in soft drinks, baked goods, dairy products, and chewing gum.
- Pharmaceuticals: Added to medicines to improve taste.
- Tabletop Sweeteners: Found in sugar substitutes, often blended with other sweeteners like aspartame or sucralose.
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