THE FDA APPROVES NEW SUGAR SUBSTITUTE

The FDA has approved Neotame, the newest calorie-free sweetener that is about 7,000 to 13,000 times sweeter than sugar. The FDA approved the sweetener after reviewing more than 100 human and animal studies aimed at identifying possible cancer, neurological or reproductive effects. While its amino acid base is the same as aspartame (also known as NutraSweet and Equal), it is heatstable and can be used in baking, as well as added directly to foods. Neotame may be added to such foods as baked goods, frozen desserts, soft drinks, fruit juices, chewing gum, and syrup.

Go to: www.cfsan.fda.gov/~lrd/tpneotam.html for the FDA Talk Paper.

Source: Nutrition Week; XXXII: 14; July 22,2002; p.6

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