Crystal light

Crystal Light

Crystal Light (/ˈkrɪstəl laɪt/) is a low-calorie powdered beverage mix produced by Kraft Foods. It was first sold in 1982 and is often used as a low-calorie alternative to regular soft drinks or juices.

Etymology

The name "Crystal Light" is derived from the product's original marketing as a light, low-calorie alternative to full-calorie beverages. The "crystal" in the name is likely a reference to the product's clear, crystal-like appearance when mixed with water.

Ingredients

Crystal Light is made from a combination of Aspartame, a low-calorie sweetener; Citric Acid, which provides tartness; Maltodextrin, a carbohydrate derived from corn; and various natural and artificial flavors. Some versions of the product also contain Caffeine.

Varieties

There are several varieties of Crystal Light, including:

• Crystal Light Pure - A version of the product made with no artificial sweeteners, flavors, or preservatives.
• Crystal Light Energy - A version of the product that contains caffeine and B vitamins for energy.
• Crystal Light Liquid - A liquid version of the product that can be squeezed into water for flavor.

Health Considerations

While Crystal Light is low in calories, it does contain artificial sweeteners like Aspartame, which some studies have linked to health concerns. However, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Aspartame for use in food and beverages.

Related Terms

• Artificial Sweeteners
• Low-Calorie Diet
• Soft Drinks
• Juices

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Crystal light
• Wikipedia's article - Crystal light

This WikiMD dictionary article is a stub. You can help make it a full article.

---

Languages: - East Asian 中文, 日本, 한국어, South Asian हिन्दी, Urdu, বাংলা, తెలుగు, தமிழ், ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian Indonesian, Vietnamese, Thai, မြန်မာဘာသာ, European español, Deutsch, français, русский, português do Brasil, Italian, polski