"Aspartame" is commonly known as sweetener. It is a white crystalline powder, odorless and has a strong sweet taste. The sweetness of its dilute solution is about 180 times that of sucrose. Its sweetness is very similar to that of granulated sugar and has a refreshing feeling. It has a unique taste compared with other sweeteners. Good, low calorie and other advantages
However, the sugar substitute "aspartame" can over-stimulate or interfere with nerve endings, increase muscle tension, and cause migraines. For people who are allergic to aspartame, just one sip of a soda containing aspartame can cause a headache.
The use of aspartame has caused widespread controversy in society. Italian scientists published a study saying that animal experiments proved that aspartame can cause cancer in mice. But some people believe that there is no scientific basis for the claim that it can cause cancer. As a result, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration did not approve the addition of aspartame to foods for several years.
Although "aspartame" is a formal food additive approved by the government, for the sake of safety, it is recommended that everyone not choose this type of sugar substitute food.
Among the whey protein powders that fitness people pay attention to, some also contain the additive "aspartame". Therefore, Jiroushop.com's companies (www.jiroushop.com) try to avoid such products when choosing products to sell.
How can we choose products with high authenticity, high cost performance and good reputation for everyone? I believe the following ingredient analysis can help you learn a lot.
Product Nutrition Facts
The main interpretation of this 5-pound muscle whey protein powder:
Trans fat 0 g. Trans fat can cause obesity and also has many harmful effects on the human body (affecting development, hormone secretion, memory loss, etc.).
Dietary fiber 0.5g. Eating protein powder without absorption is also a waste. Dietary fiber can help you absorb it and improve the efficiency of protein powder supplementation.
Protein 20 grams. Two tablespoons is basically enough for your daily protein intake. Of course, different people use different amounts.
Muscle Technology 5 lbs Whey Ingredient List (real shot)
Main sweetness analysis:
Judging from the ingredients of this protein powder, it does not contain aspartame. So where does its sweetness come from? As shown in the picture above, they are: maltodextrin, acesulfame potassium and Sucralose etc.
Maltodextrin: Contains a large amount of polysaccharides, and also contains beneficial trace elements and minerals, which contribute to the normal metabolism of the human body. . Generally a safe and common formula for powdered milk.
Acesulfame potassium: It is a food additive that is easily soluble in water, has good taste and has no calories. It is suitable for middle-aged, elderly and obese patients. , the ideal sweetener for diabetic patients, is currently the world’sFourth generation synthetic sweeteners. Studies have proven that acesulfame potassium does not cause cancer.
Sucralose: is the main source of sweetness in this product, span>It has the characteristics of no energy, high sweetness, pure sweetness, and high safety. It is one of the best functional sweeteners available.
Therefore, the choice of sweetness is very safe, which also reflects the strict requirements for food safety abroad. However, these requirements are relatively poor in China.
Okay, that ends the analysis of today’s article. I believe everyone has some simple understanding of aspartame. Muscle.com will publish articles about nutritional ingredients of supplements from time to time, so stay tuned. If you are a nutritionist, you can also submit your articles to us (email: poqyy@vip.qq.com).
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