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natural sweetener

[ˈnætʃərəl ˈswiːtənər]
nounpl: natural sweeteners
adoçante natural
1. A substance derived from natural sources used to sweeten food or beverages without being refined sugar
Stevia is a popular natural sweetener used as an alternative to sugar.
Estévia é um adoçante natural popular usado como alternativa ao açúcar.
2. Any sweetening ingredient from plants or other natural origins that provides sweetness with fewer calories
Many health-conscious consumers prefer natural sweeteners like honey and maple syrup.
Muitos consumidores conscientes da saúde preferem adoçantes naturais como mel e xarope de bordo.
Synonyms
natural sweetening agentplant-based sweetenerorganic sweetener
Antonyms
artificial sweetenersynthetic sweetenerrefined sugar

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
adoçante natural
most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
adoçante natural
standard term used in commercial and health contexts
Rio de Janeiro
adoçante natural
same as general usage
Portugal
adoçante natural
identical usage to Brazil, sometimes preceded by 'produto' (natural product)

Related Idioms & Phrases

sugar-free alternative
healthier sweetening option
plant-based sweetening solution
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