artificial sweetener

Chemical found in popular sweetener damages DNA – REPORT

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Researchers from North Carolina State University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill have conducted a study that reveals concerning information about the artificial sweetener, sucralose. Previous research conducted by the same team identified fat-soluble compounds produced in the gut after consuming sucralose, one of which is sucralose-6-acetate. This new work has shown that sucralose-6-acetate is genotoxic, meaning it has the ability to damage DNA. In addition, trace amounts of the compound can …

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Study finds link between artificial sweeteners and heart disease

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Artificial sweeteners may raise risk of heart disease, elevate blood sugar – NBC News Artificial sweeteners may be harmful to your health, according to new research. The BMJ published a study Wednesday that involved more than 100,000 adults in France and found an association between artificial sweeteners and heart disease. Aspartame, a sugar substitute found in tabletop sweeteners Equal and NutraSweet, as well as cereals, yogurt, candy, and diet soda, was found to increase stroke …

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