Drinking soda affects digestion, including the bacteria that live throughout the digestive system (the gut microbiome). Ingredients in soft drinks affect the gut, including causing symptoms and ...

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Artificial sweeteners are being added to a growing number of foods to reduce their sugar content while maintaining their appealing taste. But a growing body of research suggests these non-nutritive ...

Artificial sweeteners have been in use for more than 130 years. They contain virtually no calories, do not promote tooth decay, and offer a sweet taste without elevating blood glucose levels. However, ...

Recent studies have suggested that sugar substitutes might not be the free lunch they're advertised as. We asked experts what they thought. Reading time 11 minutes For many people, myself very much ...

A large Brazilian study following more than 12,000 middle-aged adults found that those consuming the most artificial sweeteners—commonly found in diet sodas, flavored waters, and processed ...