International Sweeteners Association (ISA)

We are committed to fostering public conversation about dietary health with a focus on the benefits of low/no calorie sweeteners (LNCS). Scientifically proven to lower sugar and calorie intake while maintaining sweetness, LNCS can be part of an effective strategy for managing weight and diabetes. They reduce overall energy and sugar consumption when incorporated into a balanced diet. Watch our video where the ISA Director General Laurent Oger discusses the benefits of low/no calorie sweeteners, and learn more in our booklet: https://lnkd.in/eaMY5SM8

The ISA Scientific Symposium at the Fundación Iberoamericana de Nutrición, FINUT Conference 2024 is just a day away! Join leading food, health and nutrition experts as they delve into the use of low/no calorie sweeteners in Latin America, discussing the latest scientific findings and regional regulatory insights. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage and explore our comprehensive agenda. For more details, visit our website: https://lnkd.in/e8CayAe6

✔️ Observational studies using advanced methodologies to reduce bias reject the notion that sweeteners’ intake is associated with weight gain. ✔️ Replacing sugar with low/no calorie sweeteners may reduce obesity and cardiometabolic disease risks. ✔️ Recent data and trials confirm modest weight loss benefits of sweeteners for people with overweight or obesity and those at risk of type 2 diabetes. Read our article about the latest science of low/no calorie sweeteners: https://lnkd.in/dEPKD7mr

Meet the distinguished speakers of the ISA Scientific Symposium during the Fundación Iberoamericana de Nutrición, FINUT 2024 Conference. Each brings deep scientific expertise in low/no calorie sweeteners, covering critical topics in regulation, food technology, nutrition, and public health. - Moderated by Prof. Ángel Gil Henrnández - Susana Socolovsky Ph.D., CFS - Brian Cavagnari MSc, MD, PhD - DRA. Adriana Gambáro Explore their profiles in our carousel and learn more about their insights here: https://lnkd.in/e8CayAe6

Research shows that at least 80% of cardiovascular disease deaths can be avoided through the adoption of healthier lifestyles, including quitting smoking, reducing alcohol consumption, improving diet and increasing physical activity. Low/no calorie sweeteners (LNCS) provide a practical way to cut sugar intake while maintaining a flavorful diet, particularly benefiting those with or at risk of cardiometabolic diseases. Explore the science behind LNCS and their role in good cardiometabolic health in our latest Euractiv article: https://lnkd.in/eXtJCQEa

Join us on 25th October at the ISA scientific symposium as part of the Fundación Iberoamericana de Nutrición, FINUT Conference 2024. Leading health and nutrition experts will discuss the use of low/no calorie sweeteners in Ibero-America and the latest science behind global and regional regulation and recommendations. Engage with experts and explore our agenda topics by visiting our website: https://lnkd.in/e8CayAe6

The ISA joins FAO for the #WorldFoodDay campaign today to help raise awareness of the fundamental human right to nutritious, affordable and safe foods for a better life and a better future. Unhealthy diets lead to malnutrition in all its forms — undernutrition, micronutrient deficiencies, and obesity. At the same time when 733 million people are facing hunger in the world, some 890 million adults globally are living with obesity. On World Food Day, we emphasise the need for a healthy and diverse diet that balances energy intake and meets nutrient requirements. Discover how low/no calorie sweeteners can be part of a healthy diet to reduce the excess intake of sugars and calories: https://lnkd.in/eAAuTAy

How is the safety, quality, and fairness of international food trade ensured? The safety of imported foods, including food additives like low/no calorie sweeteners, is covered by Codex Alimentarium. Codex standards are grounded in sound science, supported by independent international risk assessment bodies or special consultations organised by FAO and the World Health Organization. Watch our video with Dr. Diego Varela Maino, Vice President of Codex Alimentarius, to learn how Codex is organised. Access his full presentation here https://lnkd.in/ejm5JBYT

Globally, over 650 million adults are living with obesity. A balanced diet and regular exercise are essential for good health. Low/no calorie sweeteners (LNCS) can be used as one among a pool of different strategies to help reduce overall energy intake. In turn, when used in place of sugars as part of a healthy lifestyle, LNCS can help lose weight over time, as shown in numerous human clinical studies. Explore how LNCS can support a journey towards health in our factsheet:

Ensuring safe food is essential for sustaining life and promoting good health. Low/no calorie Sweeteners (LNCS) contribute to this goal by offering sweet options with less sugar. Before LNCS reach the market, they undergo thorough safety assessments by the competent food safety authorities. Experts evaluate detailed studies on their chemistry, metabolism, usage, exposure, and toxicology. Only when proven safe are they approved for use in foods and beverages, providing a reliable alternative for reducing sugar intake. Read how LNCS's safety is ensured in the EU: https://lnkd.in/gGdNjnKB