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* MagnaSweet (TM) - MagnaSweet is a commercial product used by the food processing industry. It's derived from glycyrrhizin which comes from licorice. The manufacturers say it "can be used in a wide range of applications to enhance, intensify and potentiate flavors; augment or modify sweetness; eliminate or modify bitterness; and mask unpleasant aftertastes."
Glycyrrhizin and other compounds derived from it are widely used in Japan for sweetening foods, beverages, medicines, and tobacco. Within the U.S., glycyrrhizin has GRAS status as a flavoring agent, but is not allowed as a sweetener. It seems to be widely used in a variety of applications, so I think that it probably is OK, or we would have started to hear the Horror stories about it. So it's in the Maybe's for now, though if you have a choice of products - one with it, and one with no sweetener, go for the latter. If anyone comes across any indication that it may be causing problems for people, let me know and I'll review it's staus.
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Is magnasweet safe for pets?
Magnasweet, a sweetener containing erythritol, is generally considered safe for pets in small amounts. However, large quantities can lead to gastrointestinal upset, such as diarrhea or bloating, particularly in dogs. Always consult your veterinarian if you're unsure about introducing any new foods or substances into your pet's diet. It's best to keep all sweeteners, including Magnasweet, out of reach of pets to prevent accidental ingestion.
What is black draught laxative syrup made of?
Anise Oil; Ascorbic Acid; FD&C Blue #1; FD&C Red #3; FD&C Yellow #5 (Tartrazine); FD&C Yellow #6 (Sunset Yellow) as a Food Color Additive; Ginger Tincture; Glycerin; Magnasweet AG; Menthol; Methylparaben; Methyl Salicylate; Peppermint Oil; Poloxamer 188; Potassium Sorbate; Propylparaben; Rhubarb (Flavor); Senna Extract; Sodium Saccharin; Spearmint Oil; Sucrose; Water; Alcohol 5% V/V
