Sweetening agents

Sweetening agents are ingredients added to foods and beverages to enhance their sweetness without relying solely on sugar. They include natural options like stevia and honey, as well as artificial ones like aspartame and sucralose. These agents are often used to reduce calorie content, improve flavor, or accommodate dietary needs such as diabetes. They work by stimulating the taste receptors associated with sweetness, providing a similar sensory experience to sugar but sometimes with different metabolic effects. Overall, sweetening agents allow for flavorful, sweet products while offering some health or dietary advantages.