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Sweetener*

A generic sweetener refers to a substance used to add sweetness to foods or drinks, which may include caloric sugars or non-nutritive sweeteners. Because the specific ingredient is unclear, nutrition and health effects vary widely by type.

Nutritional highlights

Nutritional content depends entirely on the specific sweetener, ranging from simple carbohydrates in sugar-based sweeteners to negligible calories and nutrients in high-intensity sweeteners.

Caution. Specific cautions depend on the sweetener type; added sugars can raise blood glucose, while some sugar alcohols may cause digestive upset.

Conditions it helps with

Diabetes (Type 1 & Type 2)
Includes: Diabetes Type 2
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Diabetes (Type 2)
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Low Blood Sugar
Includes: Hypoglycemia
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Obesity
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Weight Gain & Obesity
Includes: Overweight / Weight Gain
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