Questions and Answers About Sugars
May 23, 2022
Think about the foods and drinks you most enjoy—do they have anything in common? Chances are, many of them contain some form and quantity of sugar. It could be naturally…
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Added Sugars Labeling for Honey and Maple Syrup: A Less-Sticky Situation
April 26, 2022
Key Highlights: The Nutrition Facts label became mandatory in the 1990s. Added Sugars information has been required on the Nutrition Facts label since 2016. Pure honey, pure maple syrup and…
Everything You Need To Know About Acesulfame Potassium
April 13, 2022
What is acesulfame potassium? Acesulfame potassium is a no-calorie sweetener that is used in foods and beverages to provide sweetness without the added calories contained in sugars. While some types…
What is Acesulfame Potassium (Ace-K)?
March 31, 2022
Curious about low-calorie sweeteners? You’re not alone. Conflicting information about low-calorie sweeteners seems to be reaching new heights, so we’ve searched high and low for the facts. Here’s the lowdown…
Food and Inflammation Series: Is Sugar Inflammatory?
February 22, 2022
What we eat has long been known to impact our health, and a wealth of research suggests that our eating patterns impact our risk for diet-related chronic diseases. More recently,…
Let’s Learn About Chocolate
February 11, 2022
Chocolate has a long history, with origins dating back thousands of years to the ancient Aztec, Maya and Olmec cultures of Central and South America. The Aztecs consumed a ceremonial…
Up Close on Allulose Labeling
January 14, 2022
Highlights Allulose is a rare type of naturally-occurring sugar found in small amounts in wheat and some fruits; it is also commercially produced from corn. Allulose is naturally low in…
What Is Allulose?
December 15, 2021
Highlights Allulose is a relatively new type of sweetener that many people have not heard of. Allulose is a naturally occurring sugar that is found in plant foods in very…
A Background on Carbohydrates and Sugars
December 3, 2021
This article provides an overview of how carbohydrates and sugars are classified, common types that are found in foods, their impact on health and what the latest dietary guidance recommends…
Everything You Need To Know About Monk Fruit Sweeteners
October 27, 2021
Download the Monk Fruit Fact Sheet for Consumers here Download the Monk Fruit CPE Self-Study Activity here Learn more about the Monk Fruit CPE Self-Study Activity here WHAT ARE MONK…