Frequently Asked Questions
What are the ingredients in Sweet Thing?
Sweet Thing is a Patent-Pending blend of erythritol, (pronounced ee-rith-ri-tol) natural fruit extracts and natural flavorings. These flavorings are used to enhance sweetness and taste. All ingredients are guaranteed Kosher/Vegan, and approved by the FDA.
What is erythritol?
Erythritol is found in nature at low levels in grapes, melons and pears and can be found at higher levels in fermented products like wine. Each day, it is estimated that we consume somewhere between 30 and 100 mg of naturally occurring erythritol in our regular diets.
Since the late 1980’s, erythritol has been used as an ingredient in foods and beverages in Japan, and was more recently approved for use in the U.S. and Canada. These approvals were based on extensive scientific studies reviewed by an expert panel of independent doctors and scientists
The erythritol found in Sweet Thing is made from sugar. The sugar is mixed with water and fermented with a natural culture. This is essentially the same biological process that produces yogurt/cheese from milk, wine from grapes and soy sauce from soy beans.
The result is an all natural granular sweetener, technically classified as a sugar alcohol that has about 70% of the sweetness as sugar and has a zero glycemic index because it does not have an effect on blood sugar levels.
Can you cook and bake with Sweet Thing?
Sweet Thing can be used in cooking and baking. It measures equal to sugar (cup for cup) and acts like sugar with normal browning and caramelization. We are currently developing a Sweet Thing formula that will provide an optimal flavor in baking. At this time, when baking with Sweet Thing, we recommend reducing the amount of sugar by half in a recipe rather than replacing it altogether to achieve the best possible result in taste.
Is Sweet Thing Kosher Certified?
Yes. The ingredients in Sweet Thing have been certified Kosher Pareve, KOF-K ,& Halal.
Why is Sweet Thing good for your teeth?
Sweet Thing is resistant to metabolism by oral bacteria which breaks down sugars and starches to produce acids which may lead to tooth enamel loss and cavities formation. It is, therefore, non-cariogenic.
How does Sweet Thing compare with Stevia?
Sweet Thing differs from Stevia in many ways. Most notably is the taste. Sweet Thing is far superior in taste. The ingredients in Sweet Thing are classified by the FDA as a food (as is sugar). Stevia is classified as a supplement. Sweet Thing is classified as a food and therefore is able to use the words "sweetener" and "sweet" as well as displaying Nutrition Facts, not supplement facts. Sweet Thing measures, looks, and flows like sugar. The ingredients in Sweet Thing are erythritol, a natural alternative sweetener that occurs in fruits and vegetables and natural flavor enhancers. No herbs or artificial ingredients are used. Sweet Thing contains no artificial or irritating fillers or carriers. Many Stevia brands incorporate other ingredients such as inulin fiber (FOS) to bulk or carry the product and can be irritating during digestion. Sweet Thing is zero calorie and zero glycemic effect, making it preferable for individuals with blood sugar issues.
How does Sweet Thing compare with Splenda ®?
Sweet Thing does not contain any chemical, altered starting materials or ingredients; not even in trace amounts. Splenda® (sucralose) is a chemical derivative of table sugar (sucrose).
| Product |
Sweet Thing |
Xylitol |
Stevia |
Splenda® |
| Sweetness Level (compared to sugar) |
Similar to sugar |
Slightly less sweet |
300x sweeter |
600x sweeter |
| All Natural |
Yes |
Yes |
- |
- |
| Aftertaste |
No |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Zero Calorie |
Yes |
No |
Yes |
Yes |
| Glycemic |
Yes |
No |
* |
* |
| Easy to digest |
Yes |
No |
* |
Yes |
| * Results vary depending if high glycemic carrier is use. |
What about the 4 carbs in Sweet Thing?
Sweet Thing contains 4 Zero Net carbs per serving. There are two kinds of carbohydrates, "available", those which the body can use and metabolize and "unavailable", also known as non-glycemic or zero net, which are not used as energy by the body and therefore do not raise blood sugar and have no impact on the glycemic index.The 4 Zero net carbs are not converted into calories by the body. So, Sweet Thing will not conflict with your low-carb diet!
Is it GMO-free?
Yes. The ingredients in Sweet Thing are custom produced so we can assure that no genetically modified (GM) sugars or cultures are used.
