In article <day_kevran-1711951128380001@day_kevran.cso.tandem.com>,
<day_kev…@tandem.com> writes:
> In Canada, there is a product called Splenda which is a sugar substitute
> made from sucralose (packaged with maltodextrin). Does anyone here have
> any information regarding sucralose and it’s affect on Blood Glucose
> levels? Any side effects known? Is it heat stable? Does it taste like
> sugar or is it like Nutrasweet (close but no cigar)? Any info would be
> appreciated.
It tastes exactly like sugar, it is measured exactly like sugar (if a recipe
calls for one cup sugar, then use one cup of splenda). It is heat stable
and can be used for baking.
George Davis, IDDM, MI, 31yrs
day_kev…@tandem.com (Kevran Day) wrote:
>> In Canada, there is a product called Splenda which is a sugar substitute
>> made from sucralose (packaged with maltodextrin). Does anyone here have
>> any information regarding sucralose and it’s affect on Blood Glucose
>> levels? Any side effects known? Is it heat stable? Does it taste like
>> sugar or is it like Nutrasweet (close but no cigar)? Any info would be
>> appreciated.
According to the Canadian Diabetes Association’s "Good Health Eating Guide",
"Studies underway with sucralose (brand name: SPLENDA) and people
with diabetes to date have shown that this product does not affect blood
sugar levels."
I have used it in cooking/baking and it’s great! It doesn’t break down and
keeps its terrific taste. The content of the packets of Splenda looks
exactly like sugar. It has a much better taste than Equal, and is quickly
becoming the favourite amongst diabetics and dieters alike in Canada!