Question

I thought IP was going away form sucralose to stevia- part of the new marketing/look, but it seems like nothing’s changed except for how it looks?  

Answer 1

They are, but reformulating each product will be a gradual process

Comments

I heard this almost a year ago and it seemed like they’re all still súrcalose

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@ivories Exactly! That’s why I avoid the products with sucralose. Just 1 tsp disrupts your microbiome and 70% of your immune system is in your gut. I looked at the FAQ by the IP medical team regarding the use of sucralose and the answer was just so weak. They said this is meant to just be temporary for dieters but we know people who reboot and people that use the products in maintenance so it’s not temporary and he didn’t specifically address the studies that show the harmful effects on gut bacteria with just a small amount. Even for alternatives like Quest use sucralose. I think there’s way too much emphasis on weight loss and not enough on health.  

Answer 2

I didn’t know this - but it would be GREAT if they did!  

Answer 3

Stevia and splenda are sucralose

Comments

@martlet Splenda is sucralose but Stevia is a natural sweetener derived from the Stevia plant. Splenda is basically man made and Stevia is naturally derived.  

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@damselfish thanks for clearing that up for me

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@martlet absolutely!  

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You can actually grow your own stevia plants to sweeten your food & drinks

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@bibliology really? Omg I should do that. its so expensive!  

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It does have a bit of a bitter taste because you are also getting the green leaf with the sweet, but you can.  

Answer 4

Wonder why they haven't tried monkfruit yet?