What's the deal with Sucralose (E955)?

Sucralose: A Common Sweetener

Sucralose, also known by its E-number E955, is an artificial sweetener widely used in foods and beverages. It's known for being many times sweeter than sugar without adding calories, making it a popular choice for 'diet' or 'sugar-free' products.

Digestoa's Risk Rating

Based on our vetted data, Digestoa assigns sucralose a 'high' risk rating. This rating reflects reported concerns that we believe warrant attention for those making informed food choices.

Reported Concerns: Your Gut Health

• **Gut microbiome disruption:** Some research suggests that sucralose may affect the balance and diversity of bacteria in your digestive system. A healthy gut microbiome is important for overall well-being.
• This doesn't mean immediate harm, but it's a reported concern that contributes to its overall risk assessment.

Sucralose and Heat Exposure

Another reported concern with sucralose relates to its stability under high temperatures. When heated, such as in baking or frying, there's a reported concern about possible genotoxicity.

This means that compounds formed when sucralose is heated might potentially cause damage to genetic material, though more research is always ongoing in this area.

Making Informed Choices

Understanding the ingredients in your food is key to making choices that align with your personal health goals. Scan products with Digestoa to see the risk ratings and reported concerns for sucralose and other additives.