Diet soda promises all the bubbles and sweetness of regular soda but skips the sugar and calories. That’s why millions of people reach for Diet Coke, Pepsi Max, or Sprite Zero every day, hoping to cut sugar, lose weight, or feel less guilty about enjoying a fizzy drink. On the surface, diet soda seems like
READ MOREOverview A new analysis from the Coronary Artery Risk Development in Young Adults (CARDIA) in the United States study found that people who consume more diet drinks and saccharin face a higher risk of developing diabetes. In contrast, total intake of artificial sweeteners, sucralose, and aspartame did not show a clear link to diabetes risk.
READ MOREArtificial sweeteners, including sucralose, have long been a staple for diabetics and those watching their calorie intake. These sugar substitutes promise the sweetness of sugar without the extra calories. Sucralose, a calorie-free sweetener found in diet sodas, baked goods, and chewing gum, is 600 times sweeter than sugar. Despite its popularity as a weight-management tool,
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