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Equal sweetener officially launched in the United States in 1982, bringing the artificial sweetener aspartame to grocery store shelves in the now-iconic blue packets for the first time. This marked a pivotal moment for low-calorie substitutes.

First marketed in France in 1979, Canderel is a popular brand of artificial sweetener used as a low-calorie alternative to sugar. It's widely used in hot and cold beverages, baked goods, and other foods to provide a sweet taste without the calories of table sugar. The composition of Canderel varies depending on the specific product, with different versions containing different artificial sweeteners to achieve their desired properties.