Acesulfame Potassium

Artificial Sweeteners

  • Potentially Harmful

Definition

An artificial sweetener made by combining acetoacetic acid and potassium. It is usually blended with other sweeteners like sucralose and aspartame because it has a bitter taste alone. Used in a large variety of drinks, foods and table sweeteners, baked goods, toothpaste, gum, condiments and dressings.

Also Known As

Acesulfame-K, Ace-K , Sweet One, Sunet

Health Impact

Artificial sweetener that can harm the gut and negatively impact gluten tolerance and metabolism. Consumption is also linked to increased risk of cancer and heart disease.

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