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The main disadvantage associated with use of aspartame is

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a

Its sweetening power is less

b

It is unstable at cooking temperature

c

It provide calories

d

It is difficult to control its sweetness

answer is B.

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  • One of the main disadvantages associated with the use of aspartame is that it is relatively unstable at high temperatures and breaks down into its component amino acids (aspartic acid and phenylalanine) and methanol. 
  • This limits its use in many cooking and baking applications, as well as in products that require a long shelf life.
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