sucralose
noun
su·cra·lose
ˈsü-krə-ˌlōs 
: a white crystalline powder C12H19Cl3O3 that is derived from sucrose and is used as a low-calorie sweetener having a sweetness of much greater intensity than sucrose
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Things to Consider This supplement is sweetened with sucralose, an artificial sweetener that some may prefer to avoid
Our testers noted that while subtle, this creatine supplement has a somewhat bitter taste.
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Tamar Kane, Ms, Verywell Health, 25 Jan. 2024
It’s sweetened with sucralose, an artificial sweetener classified as safe by the Food & Drug Administration.15 However, Schmidt points out that artificial sweeteners may cause digestive upset for some people, and not everyone loves the taste of artificial sweeteners and flavors.
—Isabel Vasquez Rd Ldn, Health, 28 Aug. 2023
First, sugar alcohols (like xylitol, erythritol, or sorbitol) and other sweetener substitutes (like sucralose or aspartame) may upset your stomach and cause uncomfortable GI symptoms like gas, bloating, or diarrhea.
—Sara Coughlin, SELF, 7 Aug. 2023
No synthetic dyes or artificial flavors Cons Very high dose may cause digestive upset
Contains a small amount of sucralose
Individuals who are severely deficient in B12 may be advised by their healthcare provider to opt for a higher, extra-strength dose of the nutrient.
—Good Housekeeping, 28 Aug. 2023
Alternatives to aspartame include other artificial sweeteners such as saccharin and sucralose, sugar alcohols like sorbitol and xylitol, naturally derived sugar-free sweeteners like Stevia and simple sugars, such as those in sugar cane, sugar beets and honey.
—Jiangang Chen, The Conversation, 21 July 2023
At least six artificial sweeteners have been approved by the FDA: Saccharin, sucralose, aspartame, acesulfame potassium, neotame and advantame.
—Laura Reiley, Washington Post, 7 Mar. 2023
Some older sweeteners, such as sucralose, which is marketed under the brand name Splenda, have been studied repeatedly over many years and deemed safe by the FDA and regulators in other countries.
—Laura Reiley, Washington Post, 14 July 2023
The aforementioned study referenced previous research in which rats were administered sucralose.
—Carla Delgado, Verywell Health, 5 July 2023
Tamar Kane, Ms, Verywell Health, 25 Jan. 2024
It’s sweetened with sucralose, an artificial sweetener classified as safe by the Food & Drug Administration.15 However, Schmidt points out that artificial sweeteners may cause digestive upset for some people, and not everyone loves the taste of artificial sweeteners and flavors.
—Isabel Vasquez Rd Ldn, Health, 28 Aug. 2023
First, sugar alcohols (like xylitol, erythritol, or sorbitol) and other sweetener substitutes (like sucralose or aspartame) may upset your stomach and cause uncomfortable GI symptoms like gas, bloating, or diarrhea.
—Sara Coughlin, SELF, 7 Aug. 2023
No synthetic dyes or artificial flavors Cons Very high dose may cause digestive upset
Contains a small amount of sucralose
Individuals who are severely deficient in B12 may be advised by their healthcare provider to opt for a higher, extra-strength dose of the nutrient.
—Good Housekeeping, 28 Aug. 2023
Alternatives to aspartame include other artificial sweeteners such as saccharin and sucralose, sugar alcohols like sorbitol and xylitol, naturally derived sugar-free sweeteners like Stevia and simple sugars, such as those in sugar cane, sugar beets and honey.
—Jiangang Chen, The Conversation, 21 July 2023
At least six artificial sweeteners have been approved by the FDA: Saccharin, sucralose, aspartame, acesulfame potassium, neotame and advantame.
—Laura Reiley, Washington Post, 7 Mar. 2023
Some older sweeteners, such as sucralose, which is marketed under the brand name Splenda, have been studied repeatedly over many years and deemed safe by the FDA and regulators in other countries.
—Laura Reiley, Washington Post, 14 July 2023
The aforementioned study referenced previous research in which rats were administered sucralose.
—Carla Delgado, Verywell Health, 5 July 2023
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sucralose
noun
su·cra·lose
ˈsü-krə-ˌlōs
: a white crystalline powder C12H19Cl3O8 that is derived from sucrose by the chemical substitution of three chlorine atoms for three hydroxyl groups and that is used as a low-calorie sweetener having a sweetness of much greater intensity than sucrose
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