English Yogurt Sweetness_ModifiedAnalysis for the Effect of Sweetener in Yogurt on Human Health Dai Yiming Jia Luwei Mo DiAdvisor Liu QiuAbstract For quite a long time yogurt has been considered to

untries in Eastern Europe until the 1960s. Nowadays, yogurt is widely consumed all over the world due to its abundant nutrients and various flavors. Sweetness is one of the crucial factors that affect the taste of yogurt, and sweeteners are added to enhance the sweetness of yogurt. However, the excessive intake of sweeteners may lead to health problems. In this study, we aimed to analyze the effect of sweetener in yogurt on human health.

Materials and Methods:

We randomly purchased 20 different brands of yogurt from local markets and supermarkets. The samples were analyzed for their sweetener content and sweetness levels. The sweetener content was determined by high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), and the sweetness levels were evaluated by sensory evaluation.

Results:

Our results showed that the sweetener content in most of the samples was higher than the national standard. Specifically, the amount of acesulfame added in products was generally higher than 1000mg/kg, and the sweetness more than 100. These findings indicate that the excessive use of sweeteners in yogurt is prevalent in the market.

Discussion:

Excessive intake of sweeteners may lead to health problems, such as obesity, diabetes, and metabolic disorders. Therefore, it is necessary to establish a strict random inspection system to ensure the food safety of consumers by spot check the yogurt and yogurt drinks and finding out their sweetener content. In addition, consumers should pay attention to the amount of sweeteners in yogurt and choose products with low sweetener content.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, our study revealed that the sweetener content in most of the yogurts in the market is higher than the national standard. The excessive intake of sweeteners may lead to health problems. Therefore, it is necessary to establish a strict random inspection system to ensure the food safety of consumers by spot check the yogurt and yogurt drinks and finding out their sweetener content. Consumers should also pay attention to the amount of sweeteners in yogurt and choose products with low sweetener content