What Does Non-Nutritive Mean? Exploring the Definition and Examples
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4 min read
Over 25% of children and 41% of adults in Western diets consume low-calorie sweeteners, which are prime examples of non-nutritive substances. Understanding what does non-nutritive mean is key to deciphering food labels and making informed dietary choices beyond simple calorie counting, distinguishing between substances that provide energy and those that serve other, often vital, functions.
