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10 weeks pregnant, i have pcos & i've consumed a lot of foods containing large amounts of splenda this week i &was just informed its bad for pregnancy?

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

FDA approved: Splenda has been approved by the fda for use during pregnancy. It would be a good idea to practice moderation with any and all foods. See this site for more info. http://www.americanpregnancy.org/pregnancyhealth/artificialsweetner.htm.

Dr Sparacino agreed

Answered 11/7/2012

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Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

See below: No studies to show increased percentage of pregnancy loss or fetal damage.

Dr Honore and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/8/2013

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A member asked:

10 weeks pregnant, i have pcos & i've consumed a lot of foods containing large amounts of splenda this week i &was just informed its bad for pregnancy?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Dr Sparacino agreed

Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

Dr Honore and 2 doctors agreed

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