Explain artificial sweetening agents.
(N/A) Artificial sweetening agents are chemical substances that are sweeter than sugar but do not add significant calories to the diet. They are often used by people who need to control their calorie intake or by diabetics. Some common artificial sweeteners are listed below:
| Artificial sweetener | Sweetness value in comparison to cane sugar |
|---|---|
| Aspartame | $100$ |
| Saccharin | $550$ |
| Sucralose | $600$ |
| Alitame | $2000$ |
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