Low Calorie Sweeteners
Govt to set its own standards on artificial sweeteners: FSSAI advisor
The IARC report is expected to come out on July 14, a development that could have a far-reaching impact on the consumption of low-sugar beverages and foods
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Aspartame: What is this sweetener that may be 'possibly carcinogenic'
The WHO is reportedly going to make a decision on the artificial sweetener, that is used in more than 6,000 food and drinks including Diet Coke and Diet Pepsi, in July
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WHO's cancer agency identifies aspartame sweetener as possible carcinogen
JECFA, the WHO committee on additives, is also reviewing aspartame use this year
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TMSEp440: Chinese firms, political strategists, markets, sugar alternatives
Are Chinese firms back in business in India? How do political strategists help parties? How long will defence-related stocks keep firing? What has WHO said about artificial sweeteners? Answers here
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Tough times for sugar mills as demand from business consumers dwindles
Low offtake of sweetener as cold drink units, ice-cream factories, and sweet shops remain shut due to lockdown. No offtake from liquor plants, paper units and OMCs for byproduts either
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More evidence that low-calorie sweeteners are bad for your health
Low-calorie sweeteners are found in a range of foods, including yoghurts, baked goods, health bars
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