If you think that you’re trying to be healthy by eating low-sugar foods or drinking diet soft drinks, think again. Artificial sweeteners commonly found in low-sugar foods and drinks can actually harm your gut microbial system. A study published in the journal Molecules revealed six artificial sweeteners that are toxic to gut bacteria: aspartame, sucralose, saccharin, neotame, advantame, and acesulfame potassium. These were … Continue reading 6 Common artificial sweeteners found to be toxic to gut bacteria
6 More reasons NOT to drink diet soda
Sodas are known to be harmful to health. Likewise, diet sodas are still bad for you. “Diet” sodas and zero-calorie drinks are marketed as “healthier” alternatives to regular soda. But do not be fooled, they are made out of artificial sweeteners, such as aspartame, cyclamates, saccharin, sucralose, and acesulfame potassium. Artificial sweeteners are said to contain no calories but are at … Continue reading 6 More reasons NOT to drink diet soda
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 