On the healthy lifestyle of citizens in the context of the use of sugar supplements and their impact on human health

Abstract

The article examines some aspects of the use of sugar substitutes in food in the context of their impact on the health of citizens. Given that food additives, and especially sugar substitutes, have become an integral part of most foods, the question arises as to their impact on the health of consumers of these foods. Literature data and interviews of specialists in the field of production and use of food additives were studied.
 Classifications of food additives provided by the legislation of Ukraine in the context of their influence on physicochemical, organoleptic properties, shelf life and other qualitative characteristics of food products are carried out. Particular attention is paid to the possible harmful effects of sugar supplements on human health. Of these series, dyes that should be avoided for use by children are singled out.
 The conclusion and recommendations on the adequate use of food additives-sugar substitutes in food in order to prevent their harmful effects on the health of citizens of Ukraine.