How does saccharin function as a non-nutritive sweetener?

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Topic
Saccharin is a synthetic, non-nutritive, high-intensity sweetener that is 200–700 times sweeter than sucrose while contributing no caloric value.
Answer
Saccharin functions as a non-nutritive sweetener by providing sweetness without contributing to caloric intake. It is heat-stable and remains stable across a broad pH range, making it suitable for various industrial and medicinal applications. Despite early concerns over its carcinogenic potential, it is now recognized as safe by regulatory agencies.
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