#Sweeteners Market Size

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Sweeteners are substances used to impart a sweet taste to food and beverages. They can be natural or artificial and are added to enhance flavor or to provide sweetness without adding significant calories. Sweeteners come in various forms including sugars like sucrose, as well as sugar substitutes such as saccharin, aspartame, stevia, and erythritol. They are commonly used in a wide range of products including soft drinks, baked goods, candies, and many other processed foods.

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Sweeteners Market – Growth Opportunities Created by Covid19 Outbreak.

The key objective of the TMR report is to offer a complete assessment of the global market including major leading stakeholders of the Sweeteners industry. The current and historical status of the market together with forecasted market size and trends are demonstrated in the assessment in simple manner. In addition, the report delivers data on the volume, share, revenue, production, and sales in the market.

The report by TMR is the end-product of a study performed using different methodologies including the PESTEL, PORTER, and SWOT analysis. The study with the help of these models shed light on the key financial considerations that players in the Sweeteners market need to focus on identifying competition and formulate their marketing strategies for both consumer and industrial markets. The report leverages a wide spectrum of research methods including surveys, interviews, and social media listening to analyze consumer behaviors in its entirety.

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Sweeteners Market: Industry Trends and Value Chain

The study on the Sweeteners market presents a granular assessment of the macroeconomic and microeconomic factors that have shaped the industry dynamics. An in-depth focus on industry value chain help companies find out effective and pertinent trends that define customer value creation in the market. The analysis presents a data-driven and industry-validated frameworks for understanding the role of government regulations and financial and monetary policies. The analysts offer a deep-dive into the how these factors will shape the value delivery network for companies and firms operating in the market.

Sweeteners Market: Branding Strategies and Competitive Strategies

Some of the key questions scrutinized in the study are:

 What are some of the recent brand building activities of key players undertaken to create customer value in the Sweeteners market?

Which companies are expanding litany of products with the aim to diversify product portfolio?

Which companies have drifted away from their core competencies and how have those impacted the strategic landscape of the Sweeteners market?

Which companies have expanded their horizons by engaging in long-term societal considerations?

Which firms have bucked the pandemic trend and what frameworks they adopted to stay resilient?

What are the marketing programs for some of the recent product launches?

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The list of key players operating in the Sweeteners market includes following names:

TechnipFMC, Plc., WorleyParsons Limited, Saipem SpA, Petrofac Limited, Bechtel Corporation, Mott MacDonald, Fluor Corporation, L&T Hydrocarbon Engineering, John Wood Group PLC, National Petroleum Construction Company, SNC-Lavalin Group, KBR, Inc., Galfar Engineering, Contracting SAOG, Lamprell Read More: https://www.transparencymarketresearch.com/sweeteners-market.html

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Alternative Sweetener Market - Forecast (2022-2027)

The Alternative Sweetener Market Size is estimated to reach$7.5 billion by 2027 and it is poised to grow at a CAGR of 4.4% over the forecast period of 2022-2027. Alternative sweetener is a sugar substitute that can be used as food additives to enhance and sweeten various foods and beverages. Furthermore, alternative sweeteners have a higher sweetness level than normal sugar, they are utilized at lower concentrations. Owing to their overall taste and low-calorie content, these sweeteners such as high fructose syrup, High-intensity sweeteners and low-intensity sweeteners are used to substitute sucrose (sugar). Alternative sweeteners are commonly used in food and beverage goods, bakeries and confectionery and can also be used to substitute sugar in nutritional supplements to reduce calories and carbohydrates. Soft drinks, powdered drink mixes, baked goods, sweets, puddings, tinned foods, jams and jellies and dairy products are all examples of processed foods that contain alternative sweeteners. In the home, alternative sweeteners are used to improve the appearance, color, flavor and texture of food. Alternative sweeteners have a reduced glycemic index, meaning they have no effect on insulin levels after consumption and are thus used as a low-calorie food ingredient. Alternative sweeteners are made from a variety of natural and non-natural sources such as sucralose, aspartame and saccharin and are widely employed in a variety of applications, including dairy products, bakery items and medications. Low-calorie sweeteners are preferred by diabetics and obese people as they have a lower sweetness quotient than sugar. Increased use of alternative sweeteners in the food processing industry is propelling the growth of the Alternative Sweetener industry, as well as brand awareness advertising by manufacturers, are the fundamental reasons for enhancing the Alternative Sweetener Market size during the forecast period 2022-2027.

Alternative Sweetener Market Report Coverage

The “Alternative Sweetener Market Forecast (2022-2027)" by Industry ARC, covers an in-depth analysis of the following segments in the Alternative Sweetener Market.

By Product Type: High Fructose Syrup, High-Intensity Sweeteners, Low-intensity Sweeteners and Others.By Application: Food & Beverages (Bakery, Confectionery, Beverages, Dairy), Pharmaceuticals and Others.

By Source: Natural, Synthetic and Others.

By Distribution Channel: Supermarkets, Hypermarkets, E-commerce websites and Others.

By Geography: North America (the U.S., Canada, Mexico), Europe (Germany, United Kingdom (U.K.), France, Italy, Spain, Russia and the Rest of Europe), Asia Pacific (China, Japan India, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand and Rest of Asia Pacific), South America (Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Columbia and Rest of South America) and Rest of the World (the Middle East and Africa).

Key Takeaways

Geographically, North America held a dominant market share in the year 2021 due to the trend of healthy food.

Higher consumption of beverages, bakery and confectionery products owing to a busy lifestyle, changing dietary habits and the increasing demand for low-calorie food without foregoing the sweetness in their food along with changing preferences of consumers will help the market's growth during the forecast period of 2022-2027. However, Increased awareness of the consequences of excessive sugar consumption and the rising prevalence of diabetes around the world may stymie the market. Also, strict government regulations related to sweeteners and the fact that the over-consumption of alternative sweeteners is harmful to the body may hamper the industry's demand. 

A detailed analysis of strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats will be provided in the Alternative Sweetener Market Report.

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Alternative Sweetener Market Segmentation Analysis - by Type

Alternative Sweetener Market based on types can be further segmented into High Fructose Syrup, High-Intensity Sweeteners, Low-intensity Sweeteners and Others. The High-Intensity Sweeteners segment held a dominant Alternative Sweetener Market share in the year 2021. Food additives known as high-intensity sweeteners (HIS) are sugar substitutes that resemble the taste of sugar. These sweeteners have a calorie value ranging from 0 to 4 Kcal/gm and are used as flavor enhancers in food and beverage products. To address the need of health-conscious consumers, HIS is utilized as a diet sugar. Furthermore, after it is regulated by the Food and Drug Administration, it can be utilized as a food additive (FDA). It can also be used commercially after receiving approval from the Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) organization, which is particularly important in North America and Europe. For instance, Sweden would launch its new natural sweetener in October 2021, as part of its "high-intensity sweeteners" product portfolio. Small amounts of ultra-sweet taste protein were discovered in West African plants known as Oubli. Also, awareness & brand promotion by key manufacturers increase the Alternative Sweetener industry's strength in the forecast period.However, the High Fructose Syrup segment is expected to grow at the quickest rate between 2022 and 2027, with a CAGR of 5.9%, owing to its distinct taste. High fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is a liquid sweetener made from a modified type of corn syrup that is utilized in the food and beverage industry as an alternative to sucrose. Wet milling is a method of producing high fructose corn syrup from corn. HFCS is more stable than granulated sucrose and works well in acidic beverages. It is also easier to carry, handle and mix attributed to its liquid property. The US Food and Drug Administration, on the other hand, has designated high fructose corn syrup as "Generally Recognized as Safe" (GRAS) (U.S. FDA). HFCS has been widely adopted by U.S. food manufacturers owing to its advantages over granulated sucralose. For instance, it is easy to supply and handle and has good stability. Such use of High Fructose Corn Syrup helps to boost the market of the Alternative Sweetener industry over the forecast period.

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Alternative Sweetener Market Segmentation Analysis - by Application

The alternative Sweetener Market based on the application can be further segmented into Food & Beverages, Pharmaceuticals and Others. The Food & Beverages segment held a dominant Alternative Sweetener Market share in the year 2021. Alternative sweeteners are commonly used in food and beverage goods, bakeries and confectionery and can also be used to substitute sugar in nutritional supplements to reduce calories and carbohydrates. During the forecast period, an increase in demand for low-calorie sucralose sweeteners in the food and beverage industry is likely to drive market expansion globally.However, pharmaceutical use of alternative sweeteners is expected to grow at the quickest rate between 2022 and 2027, with a CAGR of 6.1% owing to its use in capsules & tablets to assist appearance and ease of transport & storage. The sugar-coated tablet is protected from the damaging effect of air & moisture & it is easier to swallow owing to its improved flavor. In syrup, alternative sweeteners are used to mask the unpleasant taste of active ingredients & to maintain viscosity. Alternative sweeteners are also used in syrup to boost instant energy in cold & flu & also sugar extends the shelf life of the product. Such factors boost the pharmaceutical segment in the forecast period.

Alternative Sweetener Market Segmentation Analysis - by Geography

The Alternative Sweetener Market based on Geography can be further segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America and the Rest of the World. North America held a dominant Alternative Sweetener Market share of 36% in the year 2021. This is attributed to reasons like the presence of key market players and their product developments. Key manufacturers are promoting their products in innovative ways. Manus Bio, for example, launched the next generation "Natural Zero-Calorie Sweetener" in April 2021 in the United States under its iconic brand NutraSweet Naturals. To enjoy in everyday life, a plant-based sweetener with zero calories and 100% pure-tasting sweetness. The product has no aftertaste and can aid people who are trying to reduce weight quickly. The increased knowledge of the negative consequences of excessive sugar consumption is the primary driver of market expansion. As a result, there is greater potential for low-calorie sweeteners, particularly in bakery, beverage and dairy applications. Beverages are the most popular, followed by bakery, confectionery and dairy products. Splenda, Sweet'N Low, Stevia in the Raw and Equal are the favored brands of alternative sweeteners, according to the US Census Bureau. Furthermore, the Asia-Pacific is estimated to grow with the fastest CAGR over the forecast period 2022-2027. Attributed to the prevalence of a diverse range of suppliers and manufacturers, this region presents the profitable potential for important manufacturers. Furthermore, a high rate of economic growth, a rise in spending power and the creation of new dietary habits, such as the use of low-calorie diet beverages and sodas, are all contributing to market expansion.

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Alternative Sweetener Market Drivers

The Rise in Health-Conscious Consumer is a Key Factor Driving the Market Growth.

The market for alternative sweeteners is expanding owing to an increase in health concerns, as well as an increase in the incidence of diabetes and obesity. Increased demand for low-calorie sweeteners and an increase in the obese population, particularly in emerging countries, are driving market expansion. In addition to monk fruit extract, users use stevia extract, a sweetener obtained from the leaves of the stevia bush. According to WHO 2020, there are 422 million people suffering from diabetics 2020 and 1.5 million deaths are attributed owing to diabetics. With such increasing diabetes prevalence, people prefer alternative sources of sweeteners to avoid health risks. Low-calorie sweeteners are preferred by diabetics and obese people owing to their having a lower sweetness quotient than sugar. During the projected period, the global alternative sweeteners market is expected to develop owing to an increase in demand for healthy and low-calorie foods and beverages.

Application of Alternative Sweeteners in Various Industries is Propelling the Market Growth.

Alternative Sweeteners are used in various industries like the food & beverage industry in various beverages, juice, jam, jelly, cream, bakery-confectionery, diary, frozen dessert & others; in pharmaceutical & nutraceuticals in for preparation of anti-biotic & cough syrup to hide odor and taste of active ingredients and other compounds in formulations; in animal feed to enhance taste and mask unwanted odor in pet food and others. In 2020, the United States consumed 14.7 million metric tonnes of sweetener ingredients. Such an increase in consumption propelled the Alternative Sweetener Market size growth in the forecast period.

Alternative Sweetener Market Challenges 

The Overall Market Growth Has Been Hampered by Product Combinations that Equivocally Place Alternative Sweeteners Against Natural Sugars.

To combat sugar compositions, multiple components are required. As a result, holistic techniques to reduce sugar content while still harmonizing taste must be pursued. Formulators, for example, must combine stevia leaf extracts with erythritol to create sugar-free goods that fulfill consumer expectations. Sugar and artificial sweetener prices are 269.04 % more in 2022 than they were in 1977, according to the US Bureau of Labour Statistics (a $1.83 difference in value). Tate & Lyle will unveil new SWEETENER VANTAGE sweetener solutions design tools in July 2020 to assist formulators in creating sugar-free food and beverages using low-calorie sweeteners. Furthermore, a study has yielded a number of results that are further inhibiting market expansion. When taste receptors are exposed to other sweeteners or natural sugars, they react in the same way and the need can sometimes outweigh the health benefits. When we eat high-sugar foods, the brain sends out signals; however, there is no actual sugar in alternative sweeteners and the body creates insulin to offset the lack of a potential glucose molecule. As a result, the body begins to build insulin resistance over time. Finally, alternative sweeteners have been heavily processed with substances that can have negative health consequences. For example, intestinal health can deteriorate, resulting in obesity. Alternative sugar's negative health effects may stifle Alternative Sweetener Market size expansion over the projection period.

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Alternative Sweetener Industry Outlook

Product launches, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures and geographical expansions are key strategies adopted by players in the Alternative Sweetener Market. The top 10 Alternative Sweetener Market companies are:

Archer Daniels Midland Company

American Sugar Refining Inc.

Cargill, Incorporated

E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company

GLG LIFE TECH CORP

Heartland Food Products Group

Ingredion Incorporated

PureCircle

Tate & Lyle PLC

Zydus Wellness Ltd.

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Natural Sweetener Candies Market Insights | Anticipating Growth and Advancements by 2031

The "Natural Sweetener Candies Market" is a dynamic and rapidly evolving sector, with significant advancements and growth anticipated by 2031. Comprehensive market research reveals a detailed analysis of market size, share, and trends, providing valuable insights into its expansion. This report delves into segmentation and definition, offering a clear understanding of market components and drivers. Employing SWOT and PESTEL analyses, the study evaluates the market's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats, alongside political, economic, social, technological, environmental, and legal factors. Expert opinions and recent developments highlight the geographical distribution and forecast the market's trajectory, ensuring a robust foundation for strategic planning and investment.

What is the projected market size & growth rate of the Natural Sweetener Candies Market?

Market Analysis and Insights:

Global Natural Sweetener Candies Market

The natural sweetener candies market is expected to witness market growth at a rate of 11.20% in the forecast period of 2021 to 2028 and is expected to reach USD 29.45 billion by 2028. Data Bridge Market Research report on natural sweetener candies market provides analysis and insights regarding the various factors expected to be prevalent throughout the forecast period while providing their impacts on the market’s growth. The increase in health consciousness among consumers is escalating the growth of natural sweetener market.

Natural sweeteners are known to provide a sweet taste in food and beverages and do not possess any chemical substances. These are popular for food and flavoring because of their nutritive and favorable features. Candy or lollies is defined as a food which is usually made from the main ingredient such as sugar. Natural sweeteners candies are the type of candies which only comprises of natural ingredients.

Increasing consumer awareness regarding consumption of food products containing natural ingredients, rise in consumer awareness regarding healthy and improved lifestyle and high prevalence of health disorders such as type 2 diabetes, heart problems, blood pressure and obesity, especially among younger generation are the major factors driving the natural sweetener candies market.

The growing demand for candies with lower sugar content, rising consumer awareness regarding the ill effects of excessive sugar consumption accelerate the market growth. The rejection of artificial food additives along with serious health concerns about high sugar intake, and the high popularity of the food products due to the ability to lower the calorie intake without compromising on the taste and flavor of the product influence the market. Additionally, increasing consumption of products with natural sweeteners, , increasing efforts by governments and regulatory bodies and high need for food and beverage manufacturers to cut down on the content of added sugar in their products positively affect the natural sweetener candies market. Moreover, rising research and development activities in the market and increasing technological advancements and modernization in the production techniques of gums will further create opportunities to the market players in the forecast period of 2021 to 2028.

However, rising uncertainty in the minds of consumers related to the consumption of natural sweeteners and their ill-effects on human health and adherence to international quality standards and regulations for sweeteners and sweetener-based products are the factors expected to obstruct the market growth, while high cost associated with the product because of higher costs of production and issues with product labeling are projected to challenge the natural sweetener candies market in the forecast period of 2021 to 2028.

This natural sweetener candies market report provides details of new recent developments, trade regulations, import export analysis, production analysis, value chain optimization, market share, impact of domestic and localized market players, analyses opportunities in terms of emerging revenue pockets, changes in market regulations, strategic market growth analysis, market size, category market growths, application niches and dominance, product approvals, product launches, geographic expansions, technological innovations in the market. To gain more info on natural sweetener candies market contact Data Bridge Market Research for an Analyst Brief, our team will help you take an informed market decision to achieve market growth.

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This research report is the result of an extensive primary and secondary research effort into the Natural Sweetener Candies market. It provides a thorough overview of the market's current and future objectives, along with a competitive analysis of the industry, broken down by application, type and regional trends. It also provides a dashboard overview of the past and present performance of leading companies. A variety of methodologies and analyses are used in the research to ensure accurate and comprehensive information about the Natural Sweetener Candies Market.

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Which are the driving factors of the Natural Sweetener Candies market?

The driving factors of the Natural Sweetener Candies market include technological advancements that enhance product efficiency and user experience, increasing consumer demand driven by changing lifestyle preferences, and favorable government regulations and policies that support market growth. Additionally, rising investment in research and development and the expanding application scope of Natural Sweetener Candies across various industries further propel market expansion.

Natural Sweetener Candies Market - Competitive and Segmentation Analysis:

Global Natural Sweetener Candies Market, By Product Type (Chocolate Candy, Non- Chocolate Candy), Distribution Channel (Supermarkets and Hypermarkets, Convenience Stores, Retailers, Online Retail, Others), End-User (Food and Beverages, Direct Sales, Other End-Use Sectors), Country (U.S., Canada, Mexico, Germany, Sweden, Poland, Denmark, Italy, U.K., France, Spain, Netherland, Belgium, Switzerland, Turkey, Russia, Rest of Europe, Japan, China, India, South Korea, New Zealand, Vietnam, Australia, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Rest of Asia-Pacific, Brazil, Argentina, Rest of South America, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, South Africa, Rest of Middle East and Africa) Industry Trends and Forecast to 2028

How do you determine the list of the key players included in the report?

With the aim of clearly revealing the competitive situation of the industry, we concretely analyze not only the leading enterprises that have a voice on a global scale, but also the regional small and medium-sized companies that play key roles and have plenty of potential growth.

Which are the top companies operating in the Natural Sweetener Candies market?

The major players covered in the natural sweetener candies market report are Nana's Cookie Company, YummyEarth, Inc., JJ's Sweets, HailMerry, Ice Chips Candy LLC, Wholesome Sweeteners Inc., Amore Di Mona, Orkla, HailMerry, Nutiva Inc. and Dr. John's Healthy Sweets LLC and among other domestic and global players.

Short Description About Natural Sweetener Candies Market:

The Global Natural Sweetener Candies market is anticipated to rise at a considerable rate during the forecast period, between 2024 and 2031. In 2023, the market is growing at a steady rate and with the rising adoption of strategies by key players, the market is expected to rise over the projected horizon.

North America, especially The United States, will still play an important role which can not be ignored. Any changes from United States might affect the development trend of Natural Sweetener Candies. The market in North America is expected to grow considerably during the forecast period. The high adoption of advanced technology and the presence of large players in this region are likely to create ample growth opportunities for the market.

Europe also play important roles in global market, with a magnificent growth in CAGR During the Forecast period 2024-2031.

Natural Sweetener Candies Market size is projected to reach Multimillion USD by 2031, In comparison to 2024, at unexpected CAGR during 2024-2031.

Despite the presence of intense competition, due to the global recovery trend is clear, investors are still optimistic about this area, and it will still be more new investments entering the field in the future.

This report focuses on the Natural Sweetener Candies in global market, especially in North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific, South America, Middle East and Africa. This report categorizes the market based on manufacturers, regions, type and application.

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Both Primary and Secondary data sources are being used while compiling the report. Primary sources include extensive interviews of key opinion leaders and industry experts (such as experienced front-line staff, directors, CEOs, and marketing executives), downstream distributors, as well as end-users. Secondary sources include the research of the annual and financial reports of the top companies, public files, new journals, etc. We also cooperate with some third-party databases.

Geographically, the detailed analysis of consumption, revenue, market share and growth rate, historical data and forecast (2024-2031) of the following regions are covered in Chapters

What are the key regions in the global Natural Sweetener Candies market?

North America (United States, Canada and Mexico)

Europe (Germany, UK, France, Italy, Russia and Turkey etc.)

Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Australia, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines, Malaysia and Vietnam)

South America (Brazil, Argentina, Columbia etc.)

Middle East and Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, Nigeria and South Africa)

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Market Segmentation

Executive Summary

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Market Overview

Natural Sweetener Candies Market By Type

Natural Sweetener Candies Market By Function

Natural Sweetener Candies Market By Material

Natural Sweetener Candies Market By End User

Natural Sweetener Candies Market By Region

Natural Sweetener Candies Market: Company Landscape

SWOT Analysis

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North America Ice-creams & Frozen Desserts Market - Forecast (2023 - 2028)

Ice-creams and frozen desserts are frozen foods traditionally eaten as snacks and desserts. Most of the ice-creams are usually prepared from dairy products such as cream and milk. Sweeteners, stabilizers, preservatives, flavors, colors and emulsifiers are added to enhance the taste and shelf-life of these products. Various cultures in the world have different varieties of ice creams and frozen desserts popular in their countries, for instance, Gelato and Kulfi are popular traditional frozen delicacies in Italy and India respectively. Nowadays ice-cream novelties and artisanal ice-creams exhibit higher growth as ice-cream manufacturers strive for product innovation for new customer acquisition.

North America Ice-creams and frozen desserts market exhibit a stable growth of 1.5% in the forecast period 2015-2020. Slowdown in the U.S. and Canada markets is estimated in the coming years owing to the aging population and saturated market. Mexico on the other hand has a very young demographic but its growth is restrained owing to unfavourable climatic conditions Gelato and frozen yoghurt exhibit strong growth owing to rising consumer awareness. Manufacturers are introducing new flavors and innovative packaging capture market share.

This report segments the North America Ice-creams and frozen desserts market by type and by channel with focus on the major economies of U.S., Canada and Mexico. Packaged ice-creams and frozen desserts market covers major categories like ice-cream and frozen novelties and other categories such as yoghurt, gelato and frozen custard. The report throws light on the major distribution channels such as supermarkets, hypermarkets, department stores, convenience stores, kiosk, ice-cream specialty shops and mobile vendors.

Sample Companies profiled in this Report are:

Unilever

Nestle

David Chapman Ice Cream Ltd

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Sweeteners Market: Trends, Opportunities, and Challenges

Sweeteners are substances that are added to food and beverages to provide a sweet taste without the calories or carbohydrates found in traditional sugar. There are several types of sweeteners available, including artificial sweeteners like aspartame, saccharin, and sucralose, and natural sweeteners like stevia and monk fruit extract. Sweeteners are used in a wide range of food and beverage products, including baked goods, soft drinks, candy, and chewing gum. They are often used as a replacement for sugar, as they can provide a similar level of sweetness without the added calories and can also be helpful for individuals who are managing diabetes or trying to reduce their sugar intake. Sweeteners can also improve the taste of some products that might be too bitter or sour without the addition of a sweetener.

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The sweeteners market has seen several trends and developments in recent years. One of the most significant trends has been the growing demand for natural sweeteners like stevia and monk fruit extract, as consumers become more concerned about the health implications of consuming artificial sweeteners. This trend is also being driven by the increasing demand for clean label products that contain only natural ingredients. Another trend in the sweeteners market is the rising popularity of low-calorie and zero-calorie sweeteners, as consumers look for ways to reduce their sugar intake and manage their weight. This has led to the development of new types of sweeteners, such as allulose, which has only 10% of the calories of sugar but provides a similar level of sweetness. The sweeteners market is also being impacted by changes in the food and beverage industry, such as the growing demand for plant-based and vegan products. This has led to the development of new sweeteners that are derived from plant sources, such as coconut sugar and date sugar. Finally, there is a growing interest in the use of sweeteners in non-food applications, such as in pharmaceuticals and personal care products. For example, sweeteners like xylitol and sorbitol are used in toothpaste and chewing gum to provide a sweet taste without causing tooth decay.

The global sweeteners market size is expected to reach USD 97.57 billion by 2030. The growing application of sweeteners in the food and beverage industry across the globe is driving the market. Further, the growing prevalence of diseases associated with high sugar consumption has increased the demand for low- or no-calorie sweeteners such as high-intensity sweeteners.

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Global Monk Fruit Sweetener Market size is estimated at $825 million in 2020, projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.8% during the forecast period 2021-2026. Monk fruit is a natural sweetener that has 200-250 times more sugar than sugar in its derivatives. It is a melon that is frequently grown in South-East Asian subtropical nations.

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The global sweeteners market is anticipated to achieve a valuation of USD 125.1 billion by 2028, up from USD 107.2 billion in 2023, marking a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 3.1% during the forecast period spanning from 2023 to 2028. This growth trajectory is attributed to the widespread use of sweeteners across diverse sectors, including food, beverage, personal care, and pharmaceuticals. Sweeteners play a pivotal role in the food industry by enhancing the taste and sweetness of various products such as bakery items, confectioneries, and dairy products.

The sweeteners industry is undergoing rapid evolution, driven by emerging trends and global forecasts.

Emerging trends in the global Sweeteners Market are:

Growing demand for natural sweeteners

Rising interest in plant-based sweeteners

Innovation in low-calorie and zero-calorie sweeteners

Expansion of functional sweeteners

Shift towards clean label and non-GMO sweeteners

Adoption of sweetener blends and synergistic combinations

Focus on sustainability and environmental impact

Expansion of application scope

The global sweeteners market is witnessing dynamic shifts driven by changing consumer preferences, technological advancements, and regulatory developments. Several emerging trends are shaping the trajectory of the sweeteners industry:

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Artificial Sweetener Market is poised to grow at a CAGR of 3.7 % by 2027. Factors driving the Artificial Sweetener Market are product innovation and growing demand for artificial sweeteners.

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Rotten Apple

Ghost x fem!Reader (Canary) x Soap

A/N: This is set after the events in Bird Hunting, but is mostly centered around Canary (here [Name] due to her being in a civilian setting) and her parents. Just a lil' bit of lore for BH fans :)

Warnings: hurt/comfort, referenced past child neglect, narcissistic/abusive parents.

Summary: Sweetened apples turn sour when rotten apples are around.

Word count: 2100~

“...Yae think we should’ve brought a leash?” Johnny pondered, and Simon had no choice but to consider his opinion for the next time they went to the farmers’ market with [Name]. Only ten minutes had passed from the moment they arrived, and it only took her catching a whiff of sweetened apples for her to zoom away into the crowd. 

And it was crowded today, with a congregation of people, alone, in couples, or entire families that had decided to brave the unusually sunny weather to stock up on organically harvested seasonal fruits and vegetables, animal products, and other produce made by the same people that sold them in cute little stands. 

[Name] absolutely loved the farmers’ market - Simon wasn’t that keen on crowds, but both him and Johnny were easily swayed by her excitement. The initial plan was for them to stock up on groceries before spending a long-awaited long weekend at Johnny’s cabin in the north. But now she had disappeared to who-knows-where. 

Her stealth had been an important skill during missions, but now it was a problem. Is this how their enemies felt, knowing that she was around there but being unable to find her?, Simon thought, his eyes scanning the crowd from above - luckily, there weren't many people even close to his size. 

“There!” Johnny exclaimed, and took off in a random direction. Simon was hot behind his heels, refusing to lose another one of his partners today. Both men had to struggle to part the crows around them without shoving them aside, and not tripping into distracted kids that wandered around their parents. 

Finally, Simon saw her, but there was something off about her. He couldn’t quite place it before Johnny got to her, his hand brushing her arm. 

“[Na-]! Oh, sorry,” Johnny quickly retracted his hand with a sheepish grin, “I thought you were my girlfriend, you look a lot like her.”

The girl eyed him up and down and quirked an eyebrow, clearly unimpressed, “That’s the most awful pick-up line I’ve heard,” she sneered at him, and Johnny couldn’t help but notice that she really looked eerily similar to [Name], from the color of her hair, the shape of her lips, to the scrunch on her nose when she looked at him in displeasure. “And by the way,” she continued dismissively, crossing her arms over her chest, “I already have a fiance, and you can’t afford me anyway.”

Both Simon and Johnny blinked at the woman, who was looking at both of them up and down. Johnny was getting rightfully annoyed at her choice of tone, and was about to turn around when she saw the woman’s face shift into surprise as her eye caught something behind them. “...[Name]?”

[Name] had been about to grab Simon’s shoulder, excited to show him her newly purchased jars of jams while munching away at a caramel apple, but the moment she noticed who was speaking to them, she turned around and shifted through the crowds again. 

Her heart was pounding in her ears and she felt her lungs constrict against her ribs for oxygen. The soles of her feet stung - although her burns were healed, the new skin was still sensitive. She had lost her treat somewhere, but she paid it no mind, eager to find the exit, and wait for Johnny and Simon by the truck. 

However, and she should already know this by heart, Lady luck sometimes is a bitch. 

“...[Name]? Is that you?” The voice made her freeze on the spot, right outside the parking lot, and she felt like a child all over again as she slowly turned around, her eyes meeting her mother’s. 

“...Hi, mom,” she sighed dejectedly, resigning herself to her fate as she saw her father turn around to face her, regarding her with an unimpressed stare, “Hi, dad.”

“Haven’t seen you in years, darling,” the woman spoke sweetly and smiled politely, but it didn’t reach her eyes. It never does when it’s for me, [Name] thought bitterly. It was no different than when she spoke to a stranger at the grocery store, definitely not how one would speak to a daughter. 

“Have you finally come to your senses?” her father was less subtle, crossing his arms over his chest, “Are you finally coming back home?”

“Ah, no, I’m actually on medical leave,” she cleared her throat and straightened her back, finally remembering she was not a teenager anymore, “I have my own place, had it for a while now, actually.”

“Really now?” her mother cooed, “When are you going to get the rest of your stuff from home, then?”

[Name] blinked at her, tilting her head a little in confusion, “you told me you were getting rid of my things years ago, you said you were going to use my bedroom for an office for Trish or something.”

“Oh, we did repurpose your old bedroom, silly girl,” the woman laughed, then shrugged condescendingly, “what we couldn’t give away is in a couple of small boxes in the attic, mostly your childhood photos.” [Name] said nothing - she had already expected her parents to get rid of all traces of her the moment she joined the military, she was only mildly puzzled about them keeping anything. “I'm sure you’ll want those, at least.”

“...You don’t want them?” she asked, although she already had an inkling of what the answer would be. 

“Well, it would be embarrassing to have people asking about you, you know?” her mother sighed, shaking her head, “What would we tell them? It was easier to pretend your sister was an only child.”

“You could tell them the truth,” [Name] retorted, and her father seemed to tense up at her answer.

“Tell people that we have a daughter who whores herself out for a living?” He grumbled, while her mother looked around to see if anyone heard, “what do they call them, barrack bunnies?” 

[Name] bit her lip, her mind unhelpfully replaying the disastrous argument that resulted from her enlisting years prior. “I thought you didn’t care if I died, anyway.”

“But you’re alive, and you owe us,” her mother chastised, her pitch dropping a few tones, “we raised you-”

“Grandma and Grandpa raised me, you were too busy raising Trish.”

“We kept you fed and clothed even though you always rebelled against us,” her mother hissed, stepping closer, “you turned our family against us!” 

“You did that yourself,” [Name] kept her voice down, calm, knowing from experience that getting herself fired up would only give them more power, “you’re the one who started pretending I didn’t exist when I turned ten, saying you wished Trish was your only daughter.”

Her mother huffed and turned her face away indignantly, “and I stand by that.” 

“...I know, you find it easier to pretend I don’t exist than to check whether I’m alive or not.”

“We should’ve left you at the hospital when we had the chance.” 

[Name] rolled her eyes at that. After so many years living away from her parents, the usual quips and threats from her mother hurt less than when she was a teenager. It was a small comfort, to know that she’d grown out of her parents' shadow. “Yeah, that wasn’t very smart of you-” she was stopped by a sound slap, her face turning from the impact. She slowly raised her hand to cup her stinging cheek, and eyed her father, whose hand was still raised.

“You will not speak to your mother in that manner, young lady,” he growled, and [Name] just blinked at him, unsure of how to react without getting herself arrested. 

“And you will not raise your hand against my corporal again, unless you’re ready to lose it,” Simon’s voice was low, dangerously low, and it sent shivers down both [Name]’s and her parents’ spines, although for entirely different reasons. She glanced over her shoulder, finding herself eye-level with Simon’s chest. Johnny stood by his side with a severe expression in his face, one she had seldom seen before. 

Her parents warily stepped back, taking in the two large men who seemed to have appeared out of nowhere. “W-who are you?” Her father stammered - although he would later deny he did. 

“Lieutenant Riley, and this is your last warning,” he grumbled, although he didn’t need to do anything else to intimidate them. They already looked as if they were trying to find somewhere to hide. 

Knowing that her parents were - for once - the ones cowering in fear stirred a newfound sense of power in [Name]’s heart - what was it that Gaz called it? Ah, yeah, scary dog privilege. She found it easier to look at the people in front of them and realize that nothing had tied her to them for a long time. 

The branches of the genealogy tree can also be snipped to one’s content, her Grandma had told her on her twelfth birthday, when she couldn’t grasp the concept of her parents choosing to celebrate one kid’s birthday and not the other’s. 

She had found herself being dropped off at her Grandparents’ early in the morning, while her parents boasted about taking Trish to an amusement park for the day. Little [Name] was heartbroken, and had begged her mom to forgive her for whatever she had done to not deserve a birthday party. But alas, they were relentless, and a lot of screaming from her mom and a backhanded slap from her dad had broken her pleas and made her silent, just like many other times. 

At that time, [Name] couldn’t grasp the meaning of her Grandma’s words, but now that she had grown up, and disappointment had settled in a long time ago, those words rang truer than ever in her mind. 

Even when she was on the brink of death in the forest, seeing them again never crossed her mind, for she knew they wouldn’t care even to visit her grave. 

Keep up with that attitude, and you will die alone, because no one will ever love you, her mother had told her at thirteen, when she started openly questioning the difference in treatment with her twin. 

How wrong she was, she thought. She was far from alone, and she was very well loved. Although her Grandparents were long gone, she had Simon and Johnny right here with her, and Gaz was her chosen brother, and Price was a better father figure than the man in front of her had ever been.

“Burn those photos, for all I care,” she smiled at her mother. It was a calm, detached smile - a polite smile you give to a stranger at the grocery store, not to a parent. “Make it real, that I do not exist for you.” 

And with that she turned around, tugging on Simon's long sleeve as discreetly as she could. Johnny did notice, however, and smirked to himself as he followed after them - Simon would’ve gladly squared up to those two for hours if needed, but he easily relented to her touch. 

Simon opened the truck’s passenger door for [Name] and she sat in silence, still mulling over her thoughts. A warm hand rested on her knee and she looked up to see her favorite pair of blue eyes staring back at her. They looked at each other in silence - there was an unsaid question in his lips, but she could almost taste it. 

“...Let’s go home, okay?” She whispered, her hand stroking his knuckles. He simply nodded and shut the door before climbing in himself. Johnny was already sitting behind her, his lips pressed in a pout as he caught her reflection on the side view mirror, staring out of the window at the pair of strangers that once held her heart in their hands.

After a few silent moments as they pulled out of the parking lot, Johnny reached over, presenting [Name] with a fresh candy apple with sprinkles on top. She took it from his fingers, chuckling to herself at how easy it was for them to draw a smile from here, even though her heart still stung a little.

"Thanks, love," she hummed, pressing a kiss to his wrist and knowing that Johnny was grinning proudly to himself. Simon's hand was warm on her thigh, a welcome weight that grounded her in the present.

She could grow her own tree, if she so wanted, with the people she loved the most.

A/N: poor bby Canary deserved better parents :(

[itstheendofthegoddamnworld]

Fortune Teller: Adar

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Relationship: f! reader x m! monster (Tabaxi)

[Also I am not familiar with tarot cards and palm readings so I did some research on it and hope it makes some sense.]

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“Tarot and dreams are two dialects in the language of the soul.”

― Philippe St Genoux

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The days were hot, days longer and lives lived longer.

Though even with the heat that swelled and radiated through the city of sand, it was known that fortune came to those who sought it.

With destiny that you thought a 'trial' awaited, you needed answers. Needed answers that would fall on false hopes and dreams; for it all to be wafted lies that anyone would have to pay double in seeking.

You did not pay for it luckily, with your parents and their pleas for you to seek 'professional help' in your dilemma, you found it in the eyes of fates, fates that lay within the flick of a card.

Adar was his name. Adar the Sahir. Adar the Seer of Fates. Yet, you had to be the judge of that.

You found his spot in the market easily: situated between the two stone walls of other buildings, his was smaller and made from sticks and heavy cloths, telling you it had been put up with haste and less in need of protection against the elements.

Off to a good start, in thinking this person and their job was real. You sulked, making your way over, ignoring the staring, and the whisperings that came from drawing your name. Many thought of you as odd, leaving you to yourself as they whispered and mocked.

When you stood a few inches from their open entrance, you gave a harsh knock to the wooden panel holding the structure together, and popping their head out was the one you sought that was known as Adar.

The palm reader was that of a Tabaxi, and though you had seen few of them in your lifetime, you had been familiar with them roaming the lands, tending to keep to warmer temperatures, though some preferred the cold.

You were familiar that many were different from one another: ones with dark fur, light fur, ones big and small, stripped or with spots. Though you had never seen one like himself. He looked like a caracal: small and lithe, standing almost an inch taller than you. He's dressed in cooling clothing: an open white blouse, with tailored purple and bold trousers, his long legs wrapped in dark linen that acted as 'shoes' to protect the soles of his paws from the heated cobbles and boiling sands.

"You must be my new customer? I am Adar, a palm and tarot card reader. You are familiar with my work?" You liked his voice immediately: velvety and pleasantly soft, mixed with a sweetened accent.

"That is correct, yes." You awkwardly spoke, he was charming, and the way he looked at you so kindly made your stomach flutter.

"Come, come, you are welcomed inside." You're shuffled inside the small hut with sweeping rugs and colour cloth that was as bright as him and his clothing. When he passed by you, you got a hint of jasmine and plum, a scent sweet that surprised you yet suited him well.

You entered his small hut, a richness of Sandalwood and Patchouli filled your nostrils, candles lit in the unlit room as you followed the Tabaxi to the table in the middle of the room. It was instead an eyesore, an controlled mess. Cards filled the table with crystals of all sorts of colours, mainly amethysts were scattered across his table of all shapes and sizes.

"Excuse the mess," Adar spoke cheerfully, "I need rearranging."

"It is quite alight. My ma is always telling me I must tidy after myself."

"You live with your parents, correct?" He shuffled around the table to sit, you following in the chair opposite him, nearly being engulfed by the plush cushions. "It is not a judgmental question," he eased, "it helps me to know you better and with the cards."

"Ah," you awkwardly laughed, trying to get comfortable. Maybe it was the ease of him, his aura, but you grew a bit more and more comforted. "Forgive me, I've never done this before."

"That is quite alright," Adar reassured smoothly, and your stomach twisted with glee. "I will go through everything with you, and what everything means." Your eyes lit up as you watched him smoothly stack the tarot cards, shuffling them as if they were nothing but leaves and he was the wind, guiding them with a sound that was a delight to anyone's ears.

"These are tarot cards, all different but will tell of your story and what will come. Look at them, and pick which ones look like they call to you. Pick three, and I shall go through them one at a time."

Seems easy enough. You thought, heart racing. They were just cards, it couldn't have been that hard. You eyed the cards, all facing down, and you carefully picked out the three. With a flick of his wrist, Adar swiped the deck away with a smooth motion, the deck stacked once again and neatly placed on the side of the table.

"The first card represents what you can do to surrender to the change in your life." He flipped the first card over, revealing the plain picture of a horned monster, sitting on a throne, above two naked and chained individuals. "The Devil is upright, which can mean shadow self, attachment, addiction or restriction."

It could mean a few things: how the way you had been completely controlled your entire life, dictated by your parents to suit their needs and please them. The ever-dutiful daughter, silent and obedient.

You didn't dare say what you had thought to the Tabaxi, instead, nodding along as the next card was flipped.

"The second card offers direction on caring for yourself during this process." It was a depiction of a knight on a pale horse, offering aid to a kneeling and begging priest, surrounded by others either begging or lying dead.

"Death." You read aloud from the card, but Adar was quick to interject. "It is not foreshadowing your demise," he laughed comfortingly. "The card can mean endings, change, transformation and change."

Oh, that seemed better than it threatening my death. You thought dryly. "So, death is giving advice?"

"Exactly." Adar grinned a toothy smile, before flipping the final card over. "This final card serves as a guide for centring yourself amid this change."

Two individuals, naked as the day they were born, in a loving embrace.

"The lovers can represent love, harmony, friendship, values, alignment and choices." He spoke before looking over to you. "Perhaps there is someone in your life you can look to for help in a situation that is troubling you."

"Perhaps," you thought, fully knowing there were only a handful of friends you could rely on, but they were rarely sighted in your hometown, instead, venturing off to seek a new life elsewhere. "There may be someone."

Adar smiled as he removed the cards away to stack with the remaining deck. "These are just speculations. I do not truly know the inner conflict that goes on inside my customers, so these cards should be of help."

You nodded, believing there was some aspect to it you could understand a bit better. "What about palm readings?"

Adar's eyes lit up with glee at the mention, "Ah, I'm glad you asked, it is after all included in my session with you today!"

After moving around things on his table, he placed his hands stretched, the claws in his paws had been retracted and not showing out. "Again, I will go through the process of how this works."

You shakily placed your left hand in his, aware that you had been sweating profusely when you were about to touch a handsome stranger, your body rigid as he took your hand into him to 'inspect'.

"You have very soft hands," he laughed to ease the tension.

"Thanks, you too." His paws were soft and warm, a contrast to the hands of humans when the fur on him was soft and short. "So how do palm readings work?"

Adar smiled at this as if the topic was a lifetime hobby of his joy from a youngling. "Think of your hands as portals- shedding invaluable insight. It is the art of analysing the physical features of the hands to interpret personality, and characteristics and to predict future happenings."

He inspected your palm closely, and you had to ignore the way it felt so comforting to hold his hand. "Your sun sign is fire, but the shape of your hand is that of an air sign." He spoke after some silence.

"And that means?"

"It means that you have a lack of nuanced insight into the complexities of your personality. You can be easily distracted, anxious or on edge."

He pressed into the bottom part of the palm below your pinky, "This mount of Luna reveals an individual's empathy, compassion, and imagination. And here," he points to the base of your middle finger. "The mount of Saturn reveals you have a hidden yet deep understanding of the ups and downs to life, hidden wisdom some would say."

"Some hidden wisdom, huh? Couldn't say I've heard that before." Your cheeks rouged.

"Meanwhile, your lifeline-"

"It doesn't determine how long of a life I live, does it?" You laughed nervously.

He smiled easily, "No, it doesn't." He squeezed your hand teasingly. "It reveals your experience, vitality and zest. Your line isn't deep, meaning you there is not have much experience. Your line is long, however, meaning you have had much influence and little independence."

How interesting. For not believing in any such thing, the cards and readings did an exceptionally good job in your predicament. It was as if Adar had been there for every aspect of your life, chipping away at your shell to find the crux of your issues.

"I hope this gave you some more insight. Is there anything else you wish to ask me before our session ends?"

"Yes, I do actually, just one thing." You braced yourself for the rejection, the hopes and dreams to be crushed. "Have you ever dealt with anything to do with curses? Or even if the cards could solve them?"

"Curses?" He queried.

Nerves wracked through you as you told him. "I've been told all my life one thing: make my family proud, and not in education but in marriage. I had to find a cordial spouse who had strong blood and good fortune. I had to be compliant, dutiful and quiet, yet the older I got, the more I was told how... undesirable I was becoming. How no husband would want me."

"And who told you this?" His long ears twitched.

"My pa."

His eyes locked onto yours, and it had felt as if he stared not into your eyes, but through the window into your soul. It was uneasy, and jarring to stare back, uncertain of what he saw staring back at him. The silence was palpable, before Adar gave a long hum, releasing your hand as he stated. "Well, there's nothing wrong with you. You're perfectly fine, not cursed I may add."

"Are you certain? I've been told this my whole life. The readings could not be picking this up."

"The cards and readings never lie, sweet thing, and nor do I." His smile was lopsided. "Maybe listening to the wise words of your pa aren't something you should consider."

You could've laughed, could've thought that all of the nineteen years of living had come to being told it was all a lie. That being told a horrible thing would stick with you for the rest of your days: a challenge to your approach to living when it had all been for intimidation.

"So, I've never been cursed?"

"Never before and never have." Adar gave a sympathetic smile. "If what you're going through has been any foresight into the cards-"

"They have, to some degree," I answered. "I want to be independent of my family, but I fear I will never be able to."

"Breaking a harsh cycle is a lot for anyone," spoke the Tabaxi softly. "But if you need anyone to talk to, you know I would be there in a heartbeat."

Your cheeks rouged, words jumbling in your throat. "Is... would I need to book another session?"

His laugh was a sweet thing: a melody so fine. "No, not for me, sweet thing. Free of charge if you wish to have someone to chat with outside of my work."

"Then, I shall be seeing you again, correct?"

"Of course."

[ghostonly]

Hello everyone, today i bring you:

Things Americans don't realize they have the shittiest version of

or

Things the Swiss Do Better

At the top of the list, brought to you straight from the bath,

Bathtubs

Are you a full sized adult who longs for the days of childhood when they could lie down in a bathtub and get fully submerged? Do you wish you could stretch your legs out instead of bending them in half and neglecting your ever-coldening knees?

The solution is easy! Go literally anywhere else!

Okay I admit I have actually no idea how most other countries do this; I'm in Switzerland right now staying with my partner. The tubs here are huge. Upon describing the ones I'm used to, my partner was absolutely horrified, so I have to assume this is the norm, because it seems much more likely that most places in the world make adult sized tubs than sad little baby sized ones like the US.

This thing is like 20ish inches deep. When I put my elbow to the bottom, my fingertips are only about an inch higher than the edge. I'm 5'7 and can stretch my full height, the top of my head only sticking a few inches above the edge on the sloped end. This thing makes me feel so short. I'm 250lbs and can rotate fully. None of my torso touches the sides unless you count my upper arms, which don't if I pull them tighter against me. I haven't had a bath like this since I was 6.

Yogurt

I spent my entire life thinking I hated yogurt. It turns out yogurt is actually delicious! ... If it's not American. That sad, overly sweetened, gelatinous, low fat nonsense we've been eating is an affront to good yogurt everywhere (but especially in Switzerland.)

Decent yogurt... It tastes less sugary, yet sweeter - the difference between a gas station donut and a piece of fruit you just picked off a tree. Don't get me wrong, I love a good gas station donut... Just not as much as literally anything here.

I was excited to share American donuts with my partner since donuts here suck, but the problem is that, while US donuts are better than any donut here, they are significantly worse than literally any other dessert here. I got here/brought them two weeks before Christmas. Sadly, they ended up getting composted. There was simply too much better shit to eat.

I digress. The yogurt has a natural sweetness, it's not as thick, which you might think is a bad thing until you realize that the thickness of American yogurt is almost definitely achieved with some kind of thickening agent to make up for the complete lack of creaminess. The yogurt here is thinner but more creamy. It's so nice that I've gone from adamant yogurt hater to eating one all but two mornings since I've gotten here.

Toilet paper

Okay this is a weird one and, again, I admit it could just be a gap in my experience, bit I have lived on the west coast, in the midwest, and in the south of the US, with many different people with many different preferences and I have yet to find toilet paper like this.

The toilet paper here does not have squares. The squares are elongated (rectangles). It's like two ply and it's not soft, but it is thick and firm. The US toilet paper market is so good about pushing a narrative about toilet paper needing to be soft to spare your asshole that we have completely fallen for a scheme that ensures we must use more toilet paper and end up less clean in the end.

Soft, thick toilet paper may feel nicer but you end up having to wipe more because it's never as good at staying together as they claim it is. They can do as many 'drag tests' as they want to show how it stays together, but a flat surface and a hairy ass are not the same thing. Anyway tmi but I use like half as much toilet paper now and never have anything getting left behind.

Doorknobs (THEY DON'T HAVE THEM)

That is to say, doors have handles here. Those round fuckers you twist are nowhere in sight. You might think this is a minute difference that isn't important but you would be wrong. Hands full? Just lean your elbow on the handle. Bam, door is open. Knobs might have been a stylistic marvel in the design world at some point but, practically, they're a fucking nightmare.

Chocolate

Okay I know you've heard this one before but it's usually Europeans scoffing at American chocolate so I'm giving you the American take which is that they're completely right to be scoffing at American chocolate.

I brought a bunch of expensive-ish, Dove mint chocolates with me to share with my partner. The fact aside that he doesn't like mint chocolate apparently, I ate one a couple weeks after getting here(I didn't before then because I was too busy horfing down Swiss chocolates) and it was like their goodness had just fucking disintegrated. I was so disappointed. I had been shoveling these in just weeks before coming here because they were impossibly good and so smooth and luxurious and now I have this big fucking canister of disappointment chocolate. It's not bad... But considering this is some of the better mainstream chocolate in America, that's a devastating downgrade in status.

Ferrero Rocher is extremely common here (it's Italian in origin, just south of Switzerland). I keep feeling like I'm the only one eating it and I finally asked my partner if anyone else is going to eat it because I don't want to eat all the fancy chocolates and he said, "It's not really exciting to us."

Hello??? This is the fanciest of mainstream chocolate in the US!!

The same goes for Lindt Lindor truffles, which are Swiss. They're so accessible here they're not even fancy, they're just average chocolates.

Don't even get me fucking started on the chocolate from the confectionary that we bought when I first got here. We got about eight pieces of different flavors and have only just finished them because each time we had some, we each had one piece. They were so fucking divine that I couldn't eat the rest in one sitting because I was too busy ascending to another plane of existence. Don't get me wrong, we took our time because they're really expensive, but I'm telling you that was okay. One of them was so good that it completely satisfied my desire for chocolate. That's how insanely powerful these chocolates are.

Conclusion

All of the things I hated about America, while in America, have become just kind of baffling to think back on since coming here. Like, how is the US even like this? How is it that bad? It has its merits, but mainly in character and culture, not in quality of life. Anyway, of you ever have the sliver of a chance to go to Europe, absolutely do it, even if its just to visit. I haven't been this happy in my life. Yeah that's largely because I'm finally here with the love of my life after five years of online-only, but a not insignificant chunk is also the quality of life. I've been poor and/or just skirting homelessness for the last 7 years, so this is like whiplash. Anyway I just wanted to share these things. Mainly the tub and yogurt, those are just mind-blowing. I hope it was all a bit interesting to read.

[pravalika]

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Additionally, factors such as companies investing in product innovations to improvise and evaluate their product portfolio through technological up gradations thereby, obtaining varying formulations, taste and dispensability at all levels are to create opportunities paving a way for the growth in the market during forecast period 2021-2026.

Artificial Sweeteners Market Segment Analysis - By Application

On the basis of application, beverage segment accounted for the largest segmental revenue of the Artificial Sweeteners market in 2020. The large share can be attributed to the fact that artificial sweeteners are currently preferred in beverages, such as diet carbonated drinks, flavored water, and other beverages which thus accelerates the growth of the Artificial Sweeteners market. Furthermore, this segment is projected to dominate over the forecast period 2021-2026 with a CAGR of 4.3% as the quantity of sugar used is reduced without affecting appearance and taste, which enables manufacturers in the beverage industry to replace sugar with artificial sweeteners across the globe, which are also aiding further increase in the growth of this market.

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Artificial Sweeteners Market Segment Analysis - By Distribution Channel

In 2020, on the basis of distribution channel, Supermarkets/Hypermarkets segment accounted for the largest segmental revenue of the Artificial Sweeteners market on account of the notable number of footfall visiting to such markets owing to one-stop shopping experience followed by the presence of large volumes availability of such sweeteners are to cater the market revenue for the segment. On the contrary, online channel segment is projected to witness healthy growth throughout the forecast period 2021-2026 with a CAGR of 4.6% since there is an increased access to the online portals owing to the pandemic for the past 2 years followed by their respective discounts provided. Apart from this, owing to the customer flexibility of home deliveries many retail outlets are also starting to invest in such products which is also set to increase the growth of the market during the forecast period 2021-2026.

Artificial Sweeteners Market Segment Analysis - By Geography

Asia Pacific is the major region dominating the Artificial Sweeteners market with a market share of 35.34% in the year 2020. This can be attributed rising awareness of health and growing sweetener industry. Moreover, increasing neurodegenerative diseases are rising the demand for Artificial Sweeteners market. Apart from this, weight loss trend in the region which reduces table sugar use during recent years mainly owing to its rising health concerns are also to pave for it’s growth.

On the other hand, North America is projected to be the significant-growing market during the forecast period 2021-2026 owing to the emergence of sweetener industry during the forecast period 2021-2026. Furthermore, evolving dietary patterns such as low-calorie and zero-calorie foods are increasing in the processed and packaged foods sector, leading to an increased demand for artificial sweeteners in the region.

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Artificial Sweeteners Market Drivers

Rising Demand In The Food And Beverage Industry

The artificial sweeteners market driver can be attributed to the increasing use of low-calorie sugar substitutes and sugar-free products. Moreover, the harmful effects of sugar, health problems, and the spread of lifestyle diseases like heart disease and diabetes have led the consumers to choose healthy alternatives like artificial sweeteners the market growth of artificial sweeteners market.

Artificial Sweeteners Market Challenges

Long-term Excessive Intake

The restraining factor that is to create a negative impact during the forecast period 2021-2026 is the long-term and excessive use leads to diabetes, which interferes with the body’s ability to regulate the blood sugar is projected to hamper the market growth. The long-term consumption of the artificial sweeteners leads to diarrhea, bloating, and gastrointestinal disorders. However, the high-intensity sweeteners, such as saccharin, and aspartame, causes blood related disorders, including leukemia, which even leads to death. This is acting as a major challenge for the growth of the Artificial Sweeteners Market during the forecast period 2021-2026.

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Artificial Sweeteners Market Landscape

Product launches, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures and geographical expansions are key strategies adopted by players in the Artificial Sweeteners market. In 2020, Artificial Sweeteners market share is fragmented by the top ten players present in the market. The Artificial Sweeteners market top 10 companies are Tate & Lyle PLC, Cargill Inc, Raizen S.A., Ingredion Incorporated, Wilmar International Limited, E.I Dupont De Numours and Company, Associated British Foods Plc, Archer Daniels Midland Company, Ajinomoto Corporation Inc, Nestlé S.A. and others.

Acquisitions/Product Launches

In November 2019, Cargill-DSM joint venture Avansya has started the commercial-scale production of EverSweet™ stevia sweetener, as consumers increasingly demand reduced-calorie food and beverages. 

In April 2019, Tate & Lyle has signed a multi-year agreement with Codexis Inc, for the supply and licensing of the novel Codexis performance enzymes used in the manufacture of the Tate & Lyle’s TASTEVA® M Stevia Sweetener.

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Send in the Clones

One of my fascinations is Barbie clones, as what's cloned for the dollar stores tells us a lot about what's really popular in fashion dolls. For instance, back around 2014, Family Dollar and Dollar General were loaded with Monster High clones of quality ranging from "incredibly cute" to "you must be kidding me." Today in 2023, you'd barely guess MH had existed: not a weird vampire-werewolf hybrid with scanty rooting to be seen!

While trying to find a good Asian market in the next big town north (because I was craving more of the puku puku tai I got in Little Tokyo), we stumbled into, and through, the 99 Cents Only rebrand called The 99 Cent Store.

The store had a decent-sized doll section, including our friend Sofi, above. She stands out among clones because her outfit doesn't make the slightest bit of sense. It's a pretty impressive ball gown by clone standards, with even long gloves! And then... mob cap. Why? Is she hoping to be whisked back to the 18th century, a la Dark Shadows?

Sofi has a more modern and stylish counterpart, Sofia. (None of these brands means anything much. They are slapped on a box at a factor in Chengdu. The girls likely have the identical Chengdu body, and I didn't buy any to double check.)

Sofia's clothes are surprisingly complex, especially that pink outfit with an actual chain belt. If I were still doing body transplants, the brunette would be tempting, as that's one of my favorite clone faces.

A typical clone goes more for the "Barbie shows the ravages of drug abuse" look seen here.

I'll admit, I'm weirdly fascinated by the red braids: that's more creativity than the cheapest clones used to have. (The rooting will be horrible, though.) Having actual belts (or heck, even fake belts) on the outfits is surprisingly posh.

Sofia has a rival, Davina, who likes her glitz.

Davina has arms so skinny that she can't lift her own heavy sequined dresses, but terrific eyeliner and another face-up that's growing on me. Presumably she's paying for those party togs in her day job as a doctor.

Finally, I thought this was a clone, and it sort of is, but it's from a known name manufacturer. Meet "Spring Break" Raynea from Mermaid High, by Spin Master (who briefly, circa 2011, brought the world Liv dolls, still among my faves).

This here is what would have happened if MGA, for their Bratz revival circa 2016, had gone for the X High trend and the mermaid craze all at once, instead of whatever that thing was that they did. While these girls participate in the "sweetening and softening" aspect of modern fashion dolls, they still look like they'd be a bad influence, which was part of the charm of original Bratz.

Had I realized these gals had articulated elbows and knees, I would have been seriously tempted, because they're pretty cute and such a brilliantly absurd marketing ploy.

I am such a sucker for a bad idea.

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Touhou Ship Week Day 2: Sweet/Pride (yep, did both)

“Really? That’s what you’re most proud of?”

It wasn’t often that Minoriko Aki had visitors over to her home. It was a rather ramshackle place built on a field fairly recently, basically just had the basics for herself and her sister Shizuha, plus maybe one guest if they didn’t mind the small size. But, well, this wasn’t any other visitor. This was a rather cute maneki-neko that she’d recently hired to help with her sales, but… well, something just clicked. Maybe it was her savvy, their shared taste in warm colors, or maybe she was just pretty. But after a few days of working together, the pair couldn’t bear to keep their partnership strictly professional.

Of course, that didn’t mean they had to agree on everything.

“Yep. Once you see how much money I’ve been making from that card trade, you’d get it too.”

“Really, money of all things.” Minoriko rolled her eyes as she worked on baking something. “No wonder you call yourself a cat-pitalist. It’s always money with you.”

“Hey, I started from nothing, lived my life and eventually got to become something. It just so happens that money’s involved in it! And besides, don’t act like you weren’t also getting in on that card trade.”

“H-hey, I just… wanted to use it as an excuse to sell more sweet potatoes, okay?”

“Right, right.” Mike smiled as she moved to sit down. “But anyway, what are you proudest of?”

“Me? I can think of a few things.” Minoriko got to thinking as she placed the results of her work in a wood oven. “I’m proud of the work I do for the autumn season. As a deity of the harvest, I’m proud to be able to work with the few villagers who do worship me, to be able to grant them bountiful crops every year. Though…”

“Though… what?”

Minoriko stepped away from the oven and smiled. She moved to sit next to Mike and scratched behind the cat girl’s ears, prompting a murring noise from the latter.

“What I think I’m most proud of is my cooking. You’ve had my sweet potatoes and such, but I’d like to think I’m talented enough to be able to handle even non-autumn dishes perfectly.”

“Your cooking, huh?” Mike glanced over at the oven. “Well, we’re about to see how justified that pride of yours is, huh?”

“Don’t give me that competitive tone, we both know how you feel about my cooking. You know what they say,” Minoriko said as she held up a finger. “The best way to a woman’s heart is through her stomach.”

“Hah… haha… right.”

Mike blushed and went silent. Now it was just time to wait for this thing to finish baking. Using this silence as an opportunity, Minoriko stood back up and walked over to a small box on the floor. Inside the box was ice, and a lot of it, but more interestingly was a small container sitting on top of it. Reaching down, the goddess picked it up and set it atop a table, before opening it. Inside was something akin to cream, though it was lighter, almost airy.

“What’s that you got there?” Mike asked with visible intrigue.

“I just took some heavy cream and very quickly mixed it. It’s something that Western maid taught me about when I visited last autumn. Same with this dessert I’m about to give you. I sweetened it too to make it a bit more flavorful, I’m sure it’ll go great with it.”

“We’ll see about that.”

There Mike was with the teasing. That was the one annoying thing about her, she just kind of always insisted on being right. Maybe that card market was starting to give her a swelled head after all, but now probably wasn’t the time for that conversation. Now was the time to wait for food. So back and forth Minoriko would go, switching from checking on the oven to scratching Mike’s ears, on and off until…

“Aha, it looks done to me.”

Minoriko put on some mitts and slid the finished dessert out of the oven. The result was something resembling a bowl of an orange-ish custard, except between the custard and the bowl was a layer of browned pastry. Mike clearly didn’t recognize it.

“What’s that?”

“The person who told me about this called it ‘pumpkin pie’. Apparently it’s a popular dessert in the Outside World during the autumn months. The filling’s based on a type of squash you’d see out there too, I’ve started growing them as of last year as a matter of fact. Never hurts to expand your culinary tastes.”

“I guess so.”

Minoriko nodded and moved to cut out a slice from the pie. As she did so, she glanced down at Mike.

“So, just to be totally clear. Are you proud of the money you’ve earned, or, uh, or the work you put in to get there? Because if it’s the latter, you sure fixated on the former a lot.”

“Well, I’m… I’m… huh.” That seemed to catch Mike off guard. The maneki-neko leaned forward, hands on her face, and paused. “You know, when you put it like that, I’m… actually not sure?” I feel like… huh. Are my words and my thoughts just completely mismatched? I feel like…”

“Go ahead, think it over. I’ll give you time.”

The next minute or so was mostly quiet outside of a few grunts from Mike, as if they were the sound of the wheels turning in her head. Eventually, there was a nod.

“I think I was thinking of the latter. I’m proud of the work and the results of said work, not just the money itself.”

“Alright, alright. Thank you for the clarification, that’s a lot more understandable. Now, please try this.”

Minoriko finished slicing up the pie and placed one onto a plate. She dabbed some of the whipped cream on top and passed it off to Mike with some silverware; she was gifted some and found it was helpful for some of the more out-there foods she tried making, this being an example. She cut some for herself as well and moved to sit back down with her partner.

“Don’t have to wait for me to start,” Mike commented, “you can go ahead and eat.”

“Well gee, thanks.”

The pair both dug in at the same time, each taking a fairly small bite at first. The room fell silent with their chewing, neither knowing how the other would react. It wasn’t until Minoriko caught a small, rumbling noise coming from next to her that she had an idea of what her partner felt.

“Hey, are you… are you purring?”

“W-what? What? It’s good!” Mike leaned back and gave Minoriko the absolute most sheepish look the god could imagine; it even made said god chuckle. “It’s sweet, but it’s not super, uh, sugary. It’s one of the best desserts I ever had. I think the only thing that may beat it is your sweet potato stuff.”

“Oh, it’s that good? Thank you, I’m glad it’s up to par.” Minoriko finished her first bite and smiled, before taking another. “I wondered if I had the spices messed up, but no, it’s exactly how I wanted it.”

The couple would work on finishing their pie slices, not even bothering to take it slow given that they had another several slices for later. No time to savor the flavor when the flavor was that savor-able as it stood. Eventually they finished, leaving empty plates in front of them and their stomachs full. The pair sighed and leaned back, before Mike eventually spoke up.

“...y’know what, Minoriko?”

“Hmm?”

“...you know, I’d be way prouder of this if it were my talent.”

“Ah, don’t let yourself down. You’re a hard worker, Mike, you deserve credit there.”

“...yeah, you’re right.”

Minoriko got up to cover the pie and put it in the ice box, before moving back to sit near Mike and return to petting her. That conversation certainly ended better than expected, and they both felt remarkably cozy afterward. Sheesh, the deity thought, if only every conversation ended like that.