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What Is the Real Cost of Artificial Sweeteners?


Published March 17, 2018

Artificial sweeteners were first approved for consumption in the 1950s, despite doubts about their safety. In the years since, artificial sweeteners have become more popular, but they haven’t really undergone more safety regulations. Artificial sweeteners can cause a range of side effects that include migraine headaches, heart disease, and even weight gain. Did that last one surprise you? Many people opt for artificial sweeteners because they are trying to lose weight and consume fewer calories. Over time, people actually become addicted to the super sweet taste of artificial sweeteners and consume even more of the stuff. And if you’ve switched your sugar for artificial sweetener, chances are that you let yourself indulge in sweets more often than you would otherwise, right? This need for sweeter foods can increase the risk of type 2 diabetes and obesity. But there is help for this vicious cycle, before your health risks get out of hand. Read more…

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