When it comes to sweetening supplements, there are many options. At LAKOA, we have chosen to use thaumatin, a natural, plant-based sweetener that delivers a clean, delicate sweetness without the bitter aftertaste or overly sweet profile often experienced with many other sweeteners.

What is Thaumatin?

Thaumatin is a naturally occurring protein extracted from the fruit of the Thaumatococcus daniellii plant, native to West Africa. It is incredibly sweet, but here is the unique part: its sweetness comes from protein, not carbohydrates. This means it contributes negligible calories, making it a smart choice for health-conscious products.

Where Does it Come From?

The Thaumatococcus daniellii plant grows in the lush, tropical regions of West Africa, where its fruit has been used for centuries by local communities to sweeten foods and beverages naturally. Today, the extraction process is simple and plant-focused, ensuring thaumatin retains its natural properties and purity.

How is it Used?

Thaumatin is widely used in foods, beverages, and nutritional supplements as a natural sweetener and flavour enhancer. Because it is intensely sweet yet free from the lingering bitterness some sweeteners leave behind, it is ideal for products where taste matters just as much as nutrition. It also helps smooth and round out flavour profiles, enhancing natural flavours rather than overpowering them.

Why We Use Thaumatin at LAKOA

As a proud women’s supplement brand, we are intentional about every ingredient we choose. Many common sweeteners such as sucralose, which is an artificial sweetener, or even stevia, which is a natural plant extract, can leave a sharp, bitter, or metallic aftertaste that some women find off-putting. Thaumatin offers a cleaner, more rounded sweetness with no aftertaste, making your drink taste just as good on the last sip as it did on the first.

Beyond taste, thaumatin aligns with our commitment to natural, functional ingredients where possible. It is plant-derived, minimally processed, and allows us to deliver supplements that taste amazing, feel good to use, and reflect our mission of empowering your natural strength with ingredients you can trust.

Disclaimer
This blog post is for educational purposes only. It is not designed to diagnose, treat or cure. We are all unique. For your individual health concerns, it is important to discuss these with a relevant health professional.