Comparing E968 - Erythritol vs E969 - Advantame
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Found in 2,409 products
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Interest over time for 6 keywords in U.S. during the last 10 years.
Interest over time for 2 keywords in U.S. during the last 10 years.
Popular questions
Is erythritol bad for you?
No—regulators (e.g., FDA, EFSA) consider erythritol safe at typical food-use levels, and it doesn’t raise blood sugar or cause tooth decay. Large amounts can cause digestive upset, and a recent observational study linked high blood erythritol levels with cardiovascular risk, but causation hasn’t been shown.
What are the dangers of erythritol?
The main concern is gastrointestinal discomfort (bloating, diarrhea) when large amounts are consumed; in the EU, polyol-containing foods may carry a laxative-effect warning. An observational study has linked high circulating erythritol with cardiovascular events, but evidence is not conclusive and guidance has not changed.
Is erythritol safe?
Yes—it's authorized in the EU (E968) and considered GRAS in the U.S., with no safety concern at reported uses. Some people may experience digestive upset if they consume a lot at once.
What is erythritol made from?
It’s typically produced by fermenting glucose (often from corn or wheat starch) with yeast-like microorganisms (e.g., Moniliella), then purified and crystallized.
Does erythritol raise blood sugar?
No—erythritol has little to no effect on blood glucose or insulin and is largely excreted unchanged.
Advantame when approve?
International evaluations were completed in 2013, with approvals in several regions in 2014—including the EU and the U.S.
Advantame when approved by fda?
The U.S. FDA approved advantame in May 2014 as a general‑purpose sweetener and flavor enhancer (except in meat and poultry).
How is advantame used in food?
It’s a very high‑intensity, heat‑stable sweetener (about 20,000× sweeter than sugar) used at tiny levels to reduce calories in foods and drinks. Manufacturers often blend it with other sweeteners to improve taste.
What drinks contain advantame?
Some diet/zero‑sugar soft drinks, flavored waters, powdered drink mixes, energy and sports drinks, and reduced‑sugar juices may use it—check labels for “advantame” or “E969” (EU).
What drinks have advantame?
Look for advantame (E969) on labels of certain low‑ or no‑calorie sodas, flavored waters, and drink mixes; availability varies by brand and market.