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Find the latest news and statements on sugar-reduction ingredients. Contact CCC for expert input on emerging research, ingredient safety, nutrition, public health, and policy issues.

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Explore the latest news and statements on research, policies and regulations impacting low- and no-calorie sweeteners and dietary fibers.

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CCC Statement on “The Artificial Sweetener Erythritol and Cardiovascular Event Risk” 

Explore the limitations of the study on erythritol and cardiovascular event risk. CCC responds.
  • Science

Evidence Refutes Claims of Aspartame-Induced Anxiety: A CCC Statement

Animal study findings on aspartame cannot be extrapolated to humans.
  • Science

Statement from CCC on “Artificial Sweeteners and Risk of Cardiovascular Diseases: Results from the Prospective NutriNet-‎Santé Cohort”

  • Science

Body of Evidence Supports Safety of Stevia Sweeteners

An in-vitro stevia study does not reflect existing evidence supporting safety.
  • Science

Study on Non-Nutritive Sweeteners and Diabetes Inconclusive

Experts say LNCS remain a useful tool for reducing sugar intake, supporting blood glucose management, and aiding weight control.
  • Science

Current Body of Evidence Refutes new Study Claiming Consuming Sucralose-Sweetened Beverages with Carbohydrates Can Lead to Metabolic Impairment

CCC cites study limitations and broader scientific evidence supporting sucralose’s safety and lack of adverse metabolic effects in healthy adults.
  • Science

CCC Responds to American Academy of Pediatrics Policy Statement “The Use of Nonnutritive Sweeteners in Children”

Global Health Authorities continue to support the safety and benefits of low- and no-calorie sweeteners for children.
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Global Scientific and Regulatory Authorities Confirm Sucralose Remains Safe When Heated

Global regulators and scientific authorities affirm sucralose remains safe and stable including many heat-related applications.
  • Science

CCC Responds to Study “Artificially Sweetened Beverages and Stroke, Coronary Heart Disease, and All-Cause Mortality in the Women’s Health Initiative”

CCC statement and context, strongly recommending careful interpretation of the findings of this study.