5 Healthiest Artificial and Natural Sweeteners in the World

This article presents an overview of the 5 healthiest artificial and natural sweeteners in the world. For a detailed overview of the 10 healthiest artificial and natural sweeteners with insights into consumption by people and market share, read our article 10 healthiest artificial and natural sweeteners in the world.

5. Stevia

Consumption by people in 2021: 4.5%

Stevia, a naturally derived sweetener, has become one of the healthiest alternatives to traditional sugars and artificial sweeteners. The global market size of stevia is expected to reach $1642 million by 2030. 

4. Agave Syrup

Consumption by people in 2021: 4.9%

Agave is a succulent plant primarily found in arid regions. The global agave syrup market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.4% for 2023 and 2028. 

3. Sucrose

Consumption by people in 2021: 5.5%

Sucrose output is expected to reach 15.8 million tons by 2029. Chemically composed of glucose and fructose molecules, sucrose is a disaccharide carbohydrate, with each molecule consisting of one glucose unit bonded to one fructose unit. 

2. Brown Sugar

Consumption by people in 2021: 6%

Globally, countries like India, Brazil, and Thailand are among the top producers of brown sugar. The global brown sugar market was worth $2 billion in 2022. It is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.5%, reaching a value of $3.2 billion by 2028.

1. Honey

Consumption by people in 2021: 8%

Honey stands as a timeless testament to nature’s culinary and medicinal treasures. China, Turkey, and the United States are significant producers of honey.

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