Question 1

why do artificial sweeteners make my stomach upset?

Accepted Answer

Gas: Non-absorbable sweeteners can upset your stomach either by causing gas (from metabolism by gut bacteria), or by loosening your stools (osmotic diarrhea).

Question 2

can you gain weight from the artificial sweeteners?

Accepted Answer

No clear answer: Theoretically no. Most artificial sweeteners are labeled non-caloric, because there is no calorie absorption and induced weight gain, but more and more studies that look at the long term effects of artificial sweeteners have shown correlations between weight gain and the use of sugar substitutes. Without long term and more comprehensive studies to support that correlation the answer is not clear.

Question 3

why do people think artificial sweeteners are so bad for you?

Accepted Answer

Because they are: The evidence shows that artificai sweetners are not good for your health.

Question 4

why would  people use artificial sweeteners?

Accepted Answer

Too lose weight: And it does not work! more and more studies are showing a correlation between using artificial sweetener and increased weight...They might be making you crave more sweets and food....Just a theory, no proof.

Question 5

do you know if natural sugars are any healthier than artificial sweeteners?

Accepted Answer

Yes they are: Hi. Sugar is healthy as long as it's not overdone. Sugar has calories and can be converted to fat for storage. Artificial sweeteners have no calories, but provide nothing healthy to the body. I don't keep any artificial sweeteners in my house, but I also use little real sugar. Live healthy!

Question 6

do artificial sweeteners contribute to glucose levels?

Accepted Answer

: No, artificial sugars don't contribute much to one's blood glucose level . But sugar alcohols like mannitol, sorbitol and xylitol can raise blood glucose and cause diarrhea, so one must take note of the type of artificial sweeteners they consume.

Question 7

are artificial sweeteners a risk to your health? are they linked to cancer?

Accepted Answer

No significant risk: Artificial sweeteners do not pose a significant risk to your health, and do not lead to any demonstrated increase in risk of harm to your baby. Still, during early pregnancy, many women choose to avoid artificial sweeteners as part of a plan to avoid all chemicals, medications, over the counter remedies, herbals, and additives in their diet.

Question 8

should i drink artificial sweeteners in pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

See below: There is no risk involved with drinking artificial sweeteners.

Question 9

are artificial sweeteners considered carbohydrates?

Accepted Answer

Doesn't matter: No, many of them are proteins, but in any case the total amount if so small that it doesn't make any difference in your total diet.

Question 10

can i go on atkins diet without artificial sweeteners?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Before embarking on Adkins, have an examination, ekg and lab work.  Good Luck !

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