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Saccharin is the oldest and most famous of all sugar substitutes. It is a non-nutritive sweetener (does not generate calories). Its name is as famous as the flavoring agent monosodium glutamate commonly known as "MSG". It is mainly used in the food industry, and can also be used in toothpaste, cigarettes and cosmetics.

What is the Chinese term for sugar substitute?

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In Chinese, "代糖" (dàitáng) generally makes people first think of sugar substitutes like zero-calorie cola (aspartame). But what exactly is a sugar substitute? Initially, sugar substitutes emerged because we wanted to enjoy sweet flavors without affecting blood sugar levels or gaining weight. This led to the creation of sweetened beverages that people with diabetes could drink.

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