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INS 951 (Aspartame)
Artificial sweetener composed of two amino acids, phenylalanine and aspartic acid, commonly used as a low-calorie sugar substitute.
Mineral or nutrientUpdated May 27, 2026
Health score+2.0
-5Good5
Water guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Risks
Phenylketonuria risk due to phenylalanine content, potential mild neurological sensitivity in rare cases, concerns over breakdown products though generally recognized as safe
Benefits
Low-calorie sweetening, aids sugar reduction in foods and beverages
References
Waters containing INS 951 (Aspartame)
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