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Aspartame and Neohesperidin DC
Aspartame is a widely used artificial sweetener approved by FDA, commonly used as a low-calorie sugar substitute. Neohesperidin DC is a sweetener derived from citrus flavonoid neohesperidin, used as a flavor enhancer and sweetness modifier. Both are synthetic additives used in food and beverages to provide sweetness without calories.
Mineral or nutrientUpdated Feb 4, 2026
Health score-4.0
-5Very bad5
Water guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
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- Health guideline
- Not specified
Risks
Aspartame may cause mild side effects in sensitive individuals, possible headaches, phenylketonuria risk, debated controversy over long-term safety; Neohesperidin DC may have limited safety data but generally considered safe at approved levels
Benefits
Provides sweetness with low or no calories, useful for weight management and diabetics
Waters containing Aspartame and Neohesperidin DC
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