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What Is The Best Sugar Substitute? Splenda Or Sweet&low.

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Pemberton, NJ
December 11
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Both Splenda (sucralose) and Sweet'N Low (saccharin) are safe sugar substitutes for people with diabetes when used in moderation. Splenda is often preferred for baking due to its taste and stability at high temperatures, while Sweet'N Low is commonly used in beverages. However, artificial sweeteners should be consumed in Show Full Answer

Both Splenda (sucralose) and Sweet'N Low (saccharin) are safe sugar substitutes for people with diabetes when used in moderation. Splenda is often preferred for baking due to its taste and stability at high temperatures, while Sweet'N Low is commonly used in beverages. However, artificial sweeteners should be consumed in limited amounts as some studies suggest potential health concerns. Always consult your doctor for personalized advice.

December 11
A DiabetesTeam Member

For me it's all about taste and after taste - none of them are "good for you" and there is much discussion about whether or not they are bad

But since we are diabetic and "sugars" are the bigger issue, a sugar sub is "better for us" then the sugar would be - that's not the same as good for us 😁

So "no" sweetener would always be the "healthy" choice

I don't like the taste or after taste for most of the chemical subs, hate the taste of Stevia so I typically use either Monk Fruit or Erythritol (a polyol/sugar alcohol) if "I'm" adding it to something

I drink Coke and Pepsi "Zero Sugar" - they both use Aspartame and "I" like the taste and don't detect an after taste

So try a couple and see what "You Like" - you are more likely to use it instead of sugar if you like the taste

December 11
A DiabetesTeam Member

I prefer sugar or honey.
All the sugar substitutes do not agree with me.

I can tolerate a little saccharine without gastric upset. So if I had to choose, I would opt for the sweet and low.

Good luck.

December 11
A DiabetesTeam Member

The Splenda causes stomach issues for me.

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