Tagatose: An Underrated Alternative Sweetener with Tremendous Potential
Did you know that Tagatose has up to 60% lower calories while being just as sweet as regular sugar? Tagatose is an up-and-coming alternative sweetener that could replace cane sugar in foods. It’s a rare form of sugar derived from natural sources like milk. The global tagatose market is projected to reach approximately $250.4 million […]
4 Ingredients That Keep Chocolate Sweet Without the Sugar Spike
In spring 2023, Hershey’s partnered with Coca-Cola’s Honest brand to create gluten-free gummies made with low-sugar organic fruit juice. Previously, the confectionery giant invested in the low-sugar chocolate brands Bonumose, Lily’s, and ONE Brands. All these strategic moves are a part of Hershey’s expansion plan in the better-for-you (BFY) snack category. Sugar reduction is a […]
Aspartame declared a possible carcinogen: The future of carbonated diet drinks
The recent news claims Aspartame is carcinogenic and will soon be banned. With almost every sugar-free beverage you can name, including Coke Zero, Diet Snapple, Fanta Zero, and Crystal Light, using it as an artificial sweetener, the news raised many eyebrows on the future of carbonated diet beverages. Will the R&D teams find Aspartame alternatives and […]