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The co-founder has 30 years of experience in plant extraction research. The other has also been engaged in the herbal trade for nearly 30 years.

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What is Sweetener

A sweetener is a substance added to food or drink to impart the flavor of sweetness, either because it contains a type of sugar, or because it contains a sweet-tasting sugar substitute. Various natural non-sugar sweeteners and artificial sweeteners are used to produce food and drink.Sweeteners are defined as food additives that are used or intended to be used either to impart a sweet taste to food or as a tabletop sweetener. Tabletop sweeteners are products that consist of, or include, any permitted sweeteners and are intended for sale to the ultimate consumer, normally for use as an alternative to sugar.

Benefits of Sweetener

Sweetness without sugar

One of the main selling points of artificial sweeteners is the ability to add sweetness to foods without adding any actual sugar.

Calorie control

Sugar substitutes have significantly less calories than real sugar. Most of them don't truly contain zero calories, but they contain such a negligible amount that manufacturers can write“No Calories”on the label.

Used in weight-loss diets

Prior to beginning a weight-loss diet, a person may be accustomed to eating sugary beverages and foods. Consuming artificial sweeteners can provide a “bridge” for a person who's changing their eating habits. It allows them to slowly wean off of real sugar and eventually cut out sweetened foods and beverages.

Diabetics/pre-diabetics

Artificial sweeteners don'affect blood sugar the same way that real sugar does, making it useful for people managing diabetes or pre-diabetes.

Types of Sweetener

Artificial Sweeteners
Most artificial sweeteners (also called nonnutritive sweeteners) are created from chemicals in a lab. A few are made from natural substances like herbs. They can be 200 to 700 times sweeter than table sugar.These sweeteners don't contain calories or sugar, but they also don't have beneficial nutrients like vitamins, fiber, minerals or antioxidants. They are regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as food additives.

Sugar Alcohols
Similar to artificial sweeteners, sugar alcohols are created synthetically (typically from sugars themselves). Sugar alcohols are used in many processed foods. They're not as sweet as artificial sweeteners, and they add texture and taste to foods like chewing gum and hard candies. They can cause gastrointestinal irritation like bloating, gas or diarrhea in some people.

Novel Sweeteners
Novel sweeteners are derived from natural sources. This relatively new group, sometimes called “plant-derived noncaloric sweeteners,”provides many of the benefits of both artificial and natural sweeteners like fruit or honey. Novel sweeteners are not a significant source of calories or sugar, so they don't lead to weight gain or blood sugar spikes. They are also typically less processed and are more similar to their natural sources compared to artificial sweeteners.

Functional sweeteners
Functional sweeteners include mainly polyols (sugar alcohols), as well as bulking agents and rare sugars. Polyols are the most commonly used. These are carbohydrates in a reduced form-for example, mannitol is a reduced form of the carbohydrate mannose. Sugar alcohols occur naturally in certain fruits and vegetables. Those used as sweeteners include sorbitol, mannitol, xylitol and erythritol. They are lower in calories than sugar, but are often less sweet as well. As such, they may be a good option for those prone to dental caries and diabetes. Moreover, they are popular among food manufacturers, as they can be used as a bulking agent, as well as being helpful in keeping the food products moist.

Secrets to Sweetener Success

Don't be all things to all people
Understand your target market and where you can and can't compromise to gain their business. In your quest to find the right sweetener, there will be opportunities to sub in processed ingredients and sugar in the name of taste and cost. You need to understand your target market well enough to make those calls.

Study your sweetener options
Get to know the properties and potential obstacles that come with each sweetener. A baseline understanding of which sweeteners are natural and which are processed and how they contribute to the sugar content, caloric content, and glycemic index, will help you make better decisions about ingredients and blends.

Be open to blends
There are always new developments in the sweetener world. The more you can communicate your requirements and parameters to your flavor house and allow them to propose solutions, the more creative options will emerge.

Taste and tweak
Be prepared to taste variations with several sweeteners and to give actionable and relevant feedback. It can be helpful to use a sensory form and to reference the taste and sweetness of existing beverages as points of comparison.

How to Choose Sweetener

Sweetness level
Different sweeteners have varying levels of sweetness, and it is important to choose one that provides the desired level of sweetness for the product. For example, if a product requires a low-calorie sweetener, stevia may be good options. Stevia, for instance, is up to 350 times sweeter than sugar and only a small amount of stevia is needed to achieve the same level of sweetness as sugar.Alternatively, if a product requires a sugar substitute that closely mimics the sweetness of sugar, maltitol is a great choice as it is approximately 90% as sweet as sugar, and can be used in the same ratio as sugar in recipes. This makes it an easy substitution for sugar in recipes without affecting the taste or texture of the final product.

Texture
When replacing sugar with sweetener, it is important to keep in mind that sugar not only provides sweetness, but it also contributes to the overall texture and structure of the product.One of the biggest advantages of “1:1 ratio sweeteners” like maltitol is that it adds the same bulk and texture as sugar, while low-calorie sweeteners like stevia cannot be used in the same quantity as sugar, and you need to replace the remaining bulk with something else-like flour, cornstarch, or other low-calorie sweeteners. The challenge then lies in adding bulk without impacting on the final product negatively. For example, adding flour or cornstarch can result in a dense, heavy texture, while too much of another low-calorie sweetener can result in an artificial aftertaste.

Flavor
The flavor of a sweetener can also impact the overall taste of a product. Some sweeteners risk adding a bitter aftertaste to the product, while others have a sweetness and flavor that mimics the taste of sugar. We especially like using maltitol in our chocolates and chocolate flavored compounds as it preserves the creamy chocolaty sweetness and taste.

Caloric content
The caloric content of a sweetener is also a consideration, especially for products marketed as low-calorie or sugar-free. Some sweeteners, such as sucralose or aspartame, have zero calories, while others, such as sugar alcohols, have fewer calories than sugar but still contribute to the overall calorie count of a product.

Cost
Finally, like all raw materials, the cost of a sweetener is important to take into consideration to ensure a final product that is competitive on the market.

Process Description for Sweetener Production

Liquefaction
The first process step in a sweetener plant is the liquefaction. It comprises a gelatinisation of the starch molecules, facilitating the break-down into smaller molecular fragments. This effect is today mainly obtained by adding enzymes to the starch slurry prior to heat treatment with direct steam injection and by means of reactors to ensure correct reaction conditions.

Saccharification
This is a further enzymatic hydrolysis of the liquefied starch product. The process requires equipment for pH and temperature adjustment and holding tanks for obtaining the required degree of saccharification (i.e. the wanted degree of hydrolysis). Lower degrees of hydrolysis is achieved by inactivation of the enzymes after a certain reaction time.The saccharified and inactivated product requires refining to remove impurities such as proteins, fibres, fat and soluble components.

Filtration of Insoluble Components
A rotary vacuum drum filter with a precoat layer of diatomaceous earth or similar filter aid is normally used. Insoluble protein and solid impurities are removed during this filtration.

Membrane Filtration
The system is based on the cross-flow principle. Using ceramic or polymer membranes of very small pore size. It can be used as an alternative to the traditional precoat vacuum filtration. The advantages include the non-necessity of precoat material and a better-refined substrate.

Carbon Treatment
Activated carbon adsorbs colour, proteins and other undesired components from the hydrolysate. The powdered carbon is added to the hydrolysate by a dust tight metering system, and the spent carbon is retained in a vertical candle filter.The alternative is a granulated carbon treatment system. The hydrolysate passes through a fixed bed column of granulated carbon. After exhaustion, the carbon can be regenerated.

Ion exchange
After the protein filtration and carbon treatment, further refining is achieved by ion exchange. Cations, anions, amino acids and a number of colouring substances are thereby removed. The system is designed with respect to the product to be produced and involves fixed bed columns filled with cation and anion resins. Single pass, double pass and/or mixed bed solutions can be used. When exhausted, the resin beds are regenerated in-situ with hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide. The total operation can be controlled automatically.

Concentration by Evaporation
This raises the solids content of the hydrolysate. Single or multi-effect falling film or plate evaporators are used, applying either thermal or mechanical vapour re-compression.If the final product is malto-dextrin or glucose syrup solids, the hydrolysate is concentrated to a DS content suitable for spray drying.

How to Store Sweeteners

When purchasing sweeteners, when choosing product packaging, try to use packaging specifications that are consistent with the unit usage or have a smaller production usage.

The product packaging can be strictly moisture-proof.

Store in a dry and ventilated place. Pay attention to sealing the bag when taking it out for use. Because the product has good hygroscopic properties and is prone to agglomeration when the temperature difference is large, it is not recommended to store it in a cold storage.

Do not pile it too high to prevent the products at the bottom from being squeezed and agglomerated due to the stress on the pile.

Improve the dryness of the storage room. Measures such as putting some sawdust or lime on the ground can be taken to reduce local humidity. If conditions permit, you can use dehumidifiers and other machines for treatment.

Our Product

Xi'an Victar Bio-tech Corp. founded in 2008, is located in High-Tech Development Zone of Xi'an China, is a subsidiary company of Shaanxi Pure Source Bio-Tech Co.,Ltd. The former serves overseas market, while the latter mainly serve the domestic.Victarbio follows GMP priactice to ensure 100% traceability and have an annual production capacity of 3000MT. It offers one stop solution from raw herb, pulrised herb, standardized extract and ratio plant extract, spray dried vegetable and fruit juice powder.

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FAQ

Q: What sweeteners should you stay away from?

A: The worst of the worst culprits include aspartame (found in Equal and NutraSweet), sucralose (found in Splenda), and Saccharin (found in Sweet 'N Low). Many people who cut artificial sugars out of their diets report the improvement of many health problems including migraines, depression, IBS, weight gain, and more.

Q: What are at least 2 cons of using artificial sweeteners?

A: Artificial sweeteners are a popular sugar substitute for people looking to reduce their calorie or sugar intake or control their weight. However, there is evidence that these products can increase appetite and weight, disrupt gut health, and put you at risk of metabolic disorders like Type 2 diabetes.

Q: How many sweeteners can you have in a day?

A: Commercial brand names include Truvia® and PureVia®. At 200-400 times sweeter than sugar, the Acceptable Daily Intake is 9 packets daily. Stevia leaf and unrefined stevia extracts are not considered GRAS and are not allowed in the U.S. for use as sweeteners.Though stevia was initially banned in the U.S. because some studies suggested it may be linked to cancer, it's no longer prohibited. In fact, in 2008, stevia was granted GRAS status by the FDA - which stands for "Generally Recognized As Safe."

Q: What is the most unhealthy sweetener?

A: The absolute worst sweeteners are artificial sweeteners, such as sucralose, saccharin, and aspartame. These are the worst sugar substitutes because these sweeteners are manufactured in a lab, meaning they're not found in nature.

Q: Which is worse for you artificial sweeteners or sugar?

A: So, for most people, natural sugars are a far better alternative to either artificial sweeteners or regular table sugar. For people living with diabetes or prediabetes, though, you still need to go easy on some natural sugars.

Q: Is 2 packets of Splenda a day too much?

A: The FDA says that sucralose is safe — capping the recommended maximum intake at 23 packets a day, or about the equivalent of 5.5 teaspoons. However, some nutritionists disagree with the FDA.Monk fruit sweetener or monk fruit extract is a natural, zero-calorie sugar substitute. It's processed from a small, round fruit typically grown in Southeast Asia.

Q: What sugar substitute does not cause gas?

A: Allulose Digestibility. In small amounts, allulose should not cause any digestive discomforts, which makes it a favorable sugar substitute to sugar alcohols like xylitol, and maltitol.Yes. We sweeten Coke Zero Sugar in our bottles and cans with a blend of aspartame and acesulfame potassium (or Ace-K). Together, they create a great taste with zero sugar and zero calories.

Q: Can you drink Crystal Light everyday?

A: Crystal Light isn't the worst offender when it comes to beverages, but it's not exactly a health food either. Your best option for hydration is plain or naturally flavored water, leaving Crystal Light as an occasional option.Liver side effects: Research on the impact of stevia on the liver is preliminary and inconclusive. One study on mice found an association between stevia and sucralose elevated liver enzymes. 12 However, further studies on humans suggest that stevia may help reduce the markers of fatty liver disease.

Q: Why is stevia illegal in Europe?

A: Stevia was initially banned because some highly alarming early studies suggested that the sweetener might be linked to cancer. There were also other concerns about the sweet compounds in stevia leaves, known as steviol glycosides.Stevia has fewer calories than sugar and may play a role in weight management by helping you eat fewer calories. Because it's free of calories and carbs, it's a great sugar alternative for people on low-calorie or low-carb diets.

Q: Who should avoid stevia?

A: Medications for high blood pressure (Antihypertensive drugs) interacts with STEVIA. Stevia might lower blood pressure. Taking stevia along with medications that lower blood pressure might cause blood pressure to go too low.

Q: What is the most controversial artificial sweetener?

A: The US Food and Drug Administration first approved the use of aspartame in 1974, in a decision that proved controversial almost immediately. The next year aspartame's approval was suspended after critics said animal studies suggested it was potentially toxic and carcinogenic.

Q: Which is safer Splenda or stevia?

A: Splenda and stevia are popular and versatile sweeteners that won't add calories to your diet. Both are generally considered safe to use, yet research on their long-term health effects is ongoing. While no evidence suggests that either is unsafe, it appears that purified stevia is associated with the fewest concerns.

Q: Is monk fruit better than stevia?

A: If you wish to make a choice based on their cost and aftertaste, try both of them and see which one suits your budget and tastes better. However, if you want a safer option, then monk fruit sweeteners may be a better choice. They have many health benefits, and studies have found no side effects.Aspartame has been approved for use by regulatory authorities in many countries, including the United States, Europe, and Canada - concluding that it is safe for consumption within acceptable daily intake limits.

Q: Why you shouldn't use artificial sweeteners?

A: A sugar substitute (artificial sweetener) is a food additive that duplicates the effect of sugar in taste, but usually has less food energy. Besides its benefits, animal studies have convincingly proven that artificial sweeteners cause weight gain, brain tumors, bladder cancer and many other health hazards.Erythritol is commonly added to sugar substitutes marketed as "natural" alternatives to sugar, including stevia and monk fruit sweeteners. That includes products like Truvia and Splenda Naturals Stevia.

Q: How do you detox your body from artificial sweeteners?

A: Diet and lifestyle changes-increased water intake, switching to organic foods that are clean-meaning unrefined and void of chemical additives, like artificial sweeteners. Juicing-cleansing blends using kale, broccoli, asparagus, celery, beets, carrots, etc.Scientists hypothesize that artificial sugars trigger inflammation and alter metabolism, the gut microbiome, and blood vessels that lead to unhealthy cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, and type 2 diabetes.

Q: What are the symptoms of too much artificial sweetener?

A: The side effects of artificial sweeteners may include: digestive issues, increased blood sugar levels, a higher risk of cancer, increased blood pressure and adverse effects on those with pre-existing mood disorders. Artificial sweeteners may also have an effect on some people's immune systems.

Q: Is it OK to use Splenda everyday?

A: If you like the taste of sucralose and your body handles it well, it's probably fine to use in moderation. There's certainly no clear-cut evidence that it's harmful to humans. Still, some people may prefer to choose other sweeteners when cooking or baking, as its stability at high temperatures is unclear.Erythritol is used in some Splenda Brand Sweetener products. Splenda Original Sweeteners do not contain erythritol. Splenda yellow packets and Splenda yellow granulated sweeteners do not contain erythritol.

Q: Why avoid monk fruit?

A: Do all monk fruit sweeteners have erythritol? No, but most do. I've found about 50 monk fruit erythritol blends and list them here. Erythritol (Ah-REETH-ra-tall) is currently one of the most popular sweeteners.The sweeteners can also leave an aftertaste. Other ingredients. Some manufacturers balance the taste of monk fruit by mixing it with other sugars, such as maltodextrin or dextrose. This can change the sweetener's nutritional profile and make it unsafe or undesirable for some people.

Q: What is the unhealthiest sugar substitute?

A: The worst sweeteners include artificial sweeteners like sucralose, saccharin, and aspartame, high fructose corn syrup, agave, and brown rice syrup. It's best to avoid these sweeteners, if possible. Let's further discuss some natural and artificial sweeteners, ranked.And some artificial sweeteners like Equal and Splenda are controversial. In the case of monk fruit sweeteners, there are no known side effects. The Food and Drug Administration has deemed monk fruit “generally recognized as safe (GRAS)” for everyone, including pregnant women and children.

Q: Why is stevia banned in Europe?

A: The controversy surrounding stevia largely stemmed from initial safety concerns. Studies suggested potential cancer risks associated with its consumption, which led to a ban in Europe. Despite its acceptance and long-standing usage in countries like Japan and Brazil, Europe opted for caution.A 2019 study reported a possible link between nonnutritive sweeteners, including stevia, and disruption in beneficial intestinal flora. The same study also suggested nonnutritive sweeteners may induce glucose intolerance and metabolic disorders. As with most nonnutritive sweeteners, a major downside is the taste.

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