Health
A new study finds a chemical formed when we digest a widely used sweetener is “genotoxic,” meaning it breaks up DNA. The chemical is also found in trace amounts in the sweetener itself, and the finding raises questions about how the sweetener may contribute to health problems. more
WHO advises against use of artificial sweeteners
New York: New guidelines from the UN health agency released on Monday have advised against using non-sugar sweeteners (NSS).
Study says use of zero-calorie sweetener increases risk of heart attack, stroke
Washington: Artificial sweeteners, known as sugar alcohols, are common replacements for table sugar in low-calorie, low-carbohydrate, “zero sugar” and “keto” produ ...
Artificially sweetened drinks may not be heart healthier than sugary drinks: Study
Washington: Sugary drinks and artificially sweetened beverages are associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular disease, which suggests artificially sweetened beverages may not be the ...
