Article ; Online: Prevalenza dei dolcificanti artificiali negli integratori multivitaminici registrati in Italia.
2024 Volume 115, Issue 2, Page(s) 82–84
Abstract: This study aims to evaluate the prevalence of artificial sweeteners in multivitamin supplements registered in Italy. The National Registry of Dietary Supplements was examined in December 2023 to extract data relating to supplements identified as " ... ...
Title translation | Prevalence of artificial sweeteners in multivitamin supplements registered in Italy. |
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Abstract | This study aims to evaluate the prevalence of artificial sweeteners in multivitamin supplements registered in Italy. The National Registry of Dietary Supplements was examined in December 2023 to extract data relating to supplements identified as "multivitamins". Then, for each supplement the specific composition was searched online. 179 multivitamin products were identified, and for 96 of them it was possible to access the complete list of their ingredients online. Among these, 47 supplements (49%) do not contain added sugars, while the remaining 49 (51%) have one or more sweeteners in their composition (29 of which have at least two among the ingredients). Among the 49 supplements in the second group, the greatest prevalence of artificial sweeteners is found in effervescent tablets (100%), soluble powders (100%) and gummies or chewing tablets (63%), while the lowest prevalence was detected in capsules/tablets to be swallowed (19%). In relative terms, aspartame and sucralose are mostly found in effervescent tablets and diluted powders, but other formulations are not always free of these substances. In conclusion, the significant presence of artificial sweeteners in multivitamin supplements requires attention, especially considering the long-term health impact. Consumer awareness and medical evaluation are crucial for an informed choice and the protection of health. |
MeSH term(s) | Humans ; Sweetening Agents ; Prevalence ; Dietary Supplements ; Vitamins ; Aspartame |
Chemical Substances | Sweetening Agents ; Vitamins ; Aspartame (Z0H242BBR1) |
Language | Italian |
Publishing date | 2024-01-30 |
Publishing country | Italy |
Document type | English Abstract ; Journal Article |
ZDB-ID | 138266-4 |
ISSN | 2038-1840 ; 0034-1193 |
ISSN (online) | 2038-1840 |
ISSN | 0034-1193 |
DOI | 10.1701/4197.41841 |
Database | MEDical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System OnLINE |
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