Chapter 17, Problem 42P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation - To identify the sugar substitutes, which are banned in the United States but availbale elsewhere.

Concept introduction: Food additives are the substances which are added to the food to preserve their flavor or increase its appearance, taste, or other qualities. Some of the additives have been used since long time; for instance, preserving the food with vinegar, preserving sweets or by using sulfur dioxide as with wines. With the beginning of processed foods in the twentieth century, many food additives have been introduced in our daily life, which are of both natural and synthetic origin. Sweeteners are added to foods for flavoring. Sweeteners are used to keep the calories of the food low, or in case of ailment like tooth decay, diabetes mellitus, or diarrhea.

Correct answer: Option b [cyclamate] is the correct answer.