Although made from sugar, sucralose, the sweetening ingredient in SPLENDA® Low Calorie Sweetener is not recognised by the body as a carbohydrate. The sucralose molecule is very stable therefore it is not metabolised for energy and provides no calories. Studies in people with and without diabetes have shown no effect of sucralose on insulin levels, fasting or postprandial blood glucose levels, or long-term blood glucose control (haemoglobin A1c).

Sucralose can be used by everyone, including people with diabetes, as part of a healthy diet. The availability of sucralose will lead to an even wider array of low calorie foods and beverages. This should make it easier for people with diabetes to achieve their dietary goals without sacrificing taste.

Note that SPLENDA® Granulated contains maltodextrin, a bulking agent derived from food starches, which adds only a minimal level of carbohydrates - just 0.5g carbohydrate and 2 Calories per 0.5g teaspoon compared with 5g carbohydrate and 20 Calories per 5g teaspoon of sugar.