Test Your Knowledge

Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with health professionals regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor or registered dietitian the following questions related to sugar substitutes:

1. Who can help me plan a diet that includes sugar substitutes in appropriate amounts?
   
   
2. Are there cookbooks available that will tell me which sugar substitutes I should use when preparing various dishes?
   
   
3. Is one type of sugar substitute especially appropriate for me, or should I use a variety of substitutes?
   
   
4. How will I know if I’m using too much of a certain type of sugar substitute?
   
   
5. I have diabetes – which types of sugar substitutes are most appropriate for me?
   
   
6. I have PKU – how can I be sure that I’m not consuming aspartame in various products? Can I safely consume a little aspartame?
   
   
7. As someone with PKU, can I safely use neotame?
   
   
8. I’m pregnant – which types of sugar substitutes can I safely use? Which should I avoid?
   
   
9. If a sugar substitute has been approved in another country, is it safe for me to use when I visit that country?
   
   
10. Who can help me start an exercise program that will help me lose weight?