By Nicholas Florko July 13, 2023 MATT ROURKE/AP WASHINGTON — Aspartame, the popular artificial sweetener in diet sodas and chewing gums, may possibly cause cancer — but the risk appears to be very low for occasional consumers of these products, according to two reports released Thursday evening by the World Health Organization. The first report, penned by...
Looking for a quick caffeine boost? Choose your beverage wisely, says one GI expert. Even though they’re loaded with caffeine and sugar or artificial sweeteners, energy drinks have gained popularity in the market over the past several years. The quick boost in energy might seem helpful in the moment, but how do these ingredients impact...
With our appetite for low or zero sugar products increasing, artificial sweeteners are big business. Food or drinks containing artificial sweeteners are often marketed as a healthier option, and it’s understandable why. Because artificial sweeteners are significantly sweeter than sugar, they can be used in very small amounts and contribute little to no calories. There...
