Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
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Neotame is an artificial sweetener approved for use as a non-nutritive sugar substitute. Its use to support or treat sugar cravings is based on its ability to provide a sweet taste without the caloric content of sugar, and without affecting blood glucose levels. Scientific evidence shows that non-nutritive sweeteners like neotame can help individuals reduce their intake of sugar and calories, which may indirectly assist in managing cravings for sweet foods by providing a similar taste experience. However, direct evidence that neotame specifically treats or reduces sugar cravings is limited.

Several studies on non-nutritive sweeteners as a group suggest that while they can replace sugar in foods and beverages, their effects on craving and appetite are mixed and may depend on individual responses and context of use. Some research indicates that artificial sweeteners may help reduce overall sugar intake, but other studies suggest they might not significantly impact or may even increase cravings for sweet foods in certain populations.

Overall, neotame is used as a tool to replace sugar and thereby potentially help manage sugar cravings, but high-quality clinical evidence directly supporting its efficacy for this specific purpose is limited. Most recommendations for its use in this context are extrapolated from its function as a sugar substitute rather than from direct trials on sugar craving reduction.

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