Ingredient · Updated
Sucralose
Found in 76 productsSee all
SNOW DiamondSeries Lavender & Mint Dissolving Teeth Strips 
RAW Nutrition Essential Pre-Workout 
Bloom Energy Drink Peach Mango - 12.0 fl oz 
Celsius Energy Drink 
TREVI Sugar Free Electrolytes 
Isopure Low Carb Protein Drink Green Tea & Lemon 
Rockstar Recovery Orange with Electrolytes Energy Drink Can 
Kozy Shack Simply Well Rice Pudding What is Sucralose?
Sucralose is a high-intensity artificial sweetener made through a multi-step chemical process that replaces three hydrogen-oxygen groups on the sugar molecule with chlorine atoms. This modification makes it significantly sweeter than table sugar, while also being non-caloric.
It is commonly used in a wide range of products to provide sweetness without the added calories of sugar. Studies on sucralose's health effects have produced mixed results; while it is generally considered safe, some research suggests potential impacts on gut health and insulin response, but more research is needed to draw definitive conclusions.
When you see sucralose on a label, it's often used as a sugar substitute to cater to calorie-conscious or diabetic consumers, but always consider personal tolerance and dietary preferences.
Commonly found in: Diet sodas, Sugar-free gum, Baked goods, Protein shakes, Sugar-free desserts
What to watch
- Some studies suggest sucralose may alter gut microbiota composition.
- Research has raised concerns about possible insulin response alterations with sucralose consumption.
Benefits
- Offers a sugar-like sweetness with no calories, making it appealing for weight management and diabetic products.
Sucralose is approved by the FDA as a general-purpose sweetener. It is considered safe for the general population, including children and pregnant women.
While most studies consider it safe, some research indicates the possibility of negative effects on gut health and metabolic responses.
Sucralose is synthetically produced and does not contain animal-derived ingredients, making it suitable for vegan diets.
Scout's take
Chlorinated artificial sweetener linked to disruption of gut microbiome, potential insulin response issues, and generation of harmful chlorinated compounds when heated or metabolized.
The case against
May affect gut microbiota and cause digestive issues in some individuals.
from the analysis of Bucked Up Lightly carbonated protein green apple · echoed in 3 other analysesMay disrupt gut microbiome balance, trigger insulin responses despite being zero-calorie, and produce harmful chlorinated compounds during metabolism.
from the analysis of RAW Nutrition Essential Pre-Workout · echoed in 2 other analysesMay negatively impact gut bacteria and has potential long-term health concerns.
from the analysis of Abbott Optigro grow & gain vanilla shake · echoed in 1 other analysisMay affect gut microbiota and has potential metabolic effects.
from the analysis of Barebells Caramel Cashew Protein Bar · echoed in 1 other analysisPotential impacts on gut microbiota and insulin sensitivity.
from the analysis of Electrolit Blue Raspberry Electrolyte Hydration Beverage - 21 fl oz Bottle · echoed in 1 other analysisThe case for
Provides sweetness without adding calories, which can be beneficial for calorie reduction.
from the analysis of Splash Blast SPLASH WATER BEVERAGE · echoed in 11 other analysesProvides zero-calorie sweetness.
from the analysis of RAW Nutrition Essential Pre-Workout · echoed in 3 other analysesProvides sweetness without contributing to caloric intake or blood sugar levels.
from the analysis of Barebells Peanut Butter Protein Bar · echoed in 1 other analysisOffers sweetness without calories, which can help in reducing overall calorie intake.
from the analysis of Mentos FRESH MINT SUGARFREE GUM WITH GREEN TEA EXTRACTProvides sweetness without adding calories, useful for reducing sugar intake.
from the analysis of Barebells Cookies & Caramel Protein BarMore from Scout's analyses
A chlorinated artificial sweetener. Emerging evidence links it to gut microbiome disruption, and it is the single ingredient keeping this formula out of the clean, stevia-and-monk-fruit tier.
from the analysis of MAC Energy DrinkArtificial sweetener.
from the analysis of David Vanilla Bean Indulgent Frozen DessertSucralose is an artificial sweetener that provides sweetness without calories. It is chemically synthesized and may affect gut health and insulin response. Long-term health effects are still under study, and it is not considered a natural ingredient.
from the analysis of Ensure Original Nutrition Shake VanillaAll 76 products with Sucralose
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Where Sucralose shows up
- Protein Powders 21 products
- Energy Drinks 12 products
- Protein Bars 11 products
- Hydration 6 products
- Pre-Workout 4 products
- Ice Cream 4 products
Higher-scoring picks without Sucralose
Products from the same categories whose analyzed ingredient list does not include Sucralose, scoring 80 or above.
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