Articles by 崔慧莹 黄思卓

The Viral Zero-Sugar Drinks: Gimmick or Trend?

Different beverages use different sugar substitutes; for example, Diet Coke primarily uses aspartame, while some brands of sparkling water mainly use sucralose, erythritol, and others. Partially replacing sugar with sweeteners is a global trend. Theoretically, using sweeteners correctly according to regulations will not harm health. The sugar reduction trend in the US started over a decade earlier than in China, where the sugar-free trend is just beginning. The entire food industry moving toward low sugar, low salt, and low oil will be a major trend.