Sweeteners

Low-calorie artificial sweetener. Highly controversial and classified as possibly carcinogenic by the WHO.

A highly processed sweetener linked to obesity, insulin resistance, and liver disease.

A zero-calorie sweetener 600 times sweeter than sugar. May negatively alter gut microbiome.

A natural, low-calorie sweetener that fights tooth decay. Extremely toxic to dogs.

A zero-calorie sweetener dominant in keto foods. Recent studies linked it to an increased risk of blood clots.

A zero-calorie artificial sweetener often mixed with sucralose. Contains methylene chloride, a known carcinogen.

A safe, low-calorie syrupy substance used to keep energy bars and soft cookies moist.

An overwhelmingly popular zero-calorie sweetener in diet sodas. Often under fire for safety concerns.

The oldest artificial sweetener. Once labeled a carcinogen, it has been rehabilitated but still leaves a metallic aftertaste.

A very safe keto-friendly sweetener. Does not spike blood sugar and prevents cavities.

An intensely sweet plant extract famous for having zero calories without chemical drawbacks.

A simple sugar chemically identical to blood sugar. Extremely fast-absorbing, causing rapid insulin spikes.

A liquid mixture of glucose and fructose. Sweeter than table sugar and holds moisture well in baked goods.

Marketed as a healthy natural sugar alternative, but packed with dangerously high levels of fructose.

A sweet, sticky syrup made from sprouted barley. Contains gluten and carbs.

A low-calorie sweetener in sugar-free gum. Acts as a powerful laxative if eaten in large amounts.

The crunchy stuff in sugar-free hard candies. Does not cause tooth decay, but notorious for gastric pain.