Now, more than ever, sugar reduction is a major trend. More than half of consumers have identified reducing sugar intake as their top dietary focus according to recent analysis, with weight management a priority. The focus on healthy sweets means many innovative companies are striving to make their products 'sugar-free' by using alternative processes and nature's  own sweet solution to keep confectionery tasting wonderfully indulgent without the guilt factor. In our special edition we look at how the COVID pandemic has impacted on our thinking, why replacing sugar in confectionery is not so simple - and we also look at recent sugar substitutes that have entered the market. Check out the articles below for more details.