Saccharin

Saccharin molecule

At the start, Saccharin was marketed in boxes such as this one. The text says: "Sweetener Saccharin, 1000 boxes of 1000 tablets each."

Saccharin is the oldest artificial sweetener that exists. It can be used to replace certain kinds of sugar. It was discovered in 1878 by Constantin Fahlberg. It is also known as E954.

Saccharin has no calories and no nutritional value.^[1] It is safe to take for people with diabetes.^[2]^[3]

Saccharin Media

Sodium salt of saccharin, a white powder
- "Devoted to viticulture, olive culture, and other productions, manufactures and commerce of the Pacific Coast"--Varies*Title from captionSubjects: Wine and wine making; Liquor industry; Olive industry and trade
Remsen-Fahlberg synthesis of saccharin
Maumee synthesis of saccharin

References

[1] Common Terms: S–ZAmerican Diabetes Association.

[2] Low-Calorie Sweeteners: What's News, What's NewAmerican Diabetes Association.

[3] Are Artificial Sweeteners Safe for People With Diabetes? (2015-06-29)Cleveland Clinic.

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