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Sweetener comparison

Sweetener classes commonly seen on protein labels.

Artificial sweeteners

  • sucralose
  • acesulfame potassium
  • aspartame
  • saccharin

Sugar alcohols (polyols)

  • erythritol
  • xylitol
  • maltitol
  • sorbitol

Plant-derived high-intensity

  • stevia
  • monk fruit
  • allulose

Caloric sweeteners

  • cane sugar
  • coconut sugar
  • honey
  • maple

No sweetener system

  • unflavored single-ingredient powders
Sweetener comparison | Protein Powder Without Artificial Sweeteners