HEALTHY LIVING SUGAR FREE ??? MAYBE NOT THE BEST CHOICE News Years Diet Resolution - Rethink sugar free products
Adverse health effects related to artificial sweeteners have been reported by people around the globe. They include but are not limited to the following: Gastrointestinal problems (gas, bloating, diarrhea, cramping) Dizziness, Seizures, Blurred vision, Weight gain, Blood sugar elevation and allergic reactions Additional Dangerous Facts about artificial sweeteners: • Artificial sweeteners are completely artificial
drink mixes (including protein powders) yogurt, pudding, cereals, candies, baked goods, frozen desserts, and more. Common sugar substitutes are Sucralose (Splenda), Aspartame (Equal, NutraSweet, Sugar Twin) Acesulfame Potassium (Sunett, Sweet One), Neotame (Newtame), Saccharin (Sweet n Low, Sweet Twin) Sugar alcohols are not commonly used in home food preparation, but are found in many processed foods they include the following mannitol, sorbitol, xylitol, isomalt, and hydrolysates( HSH).
• Some Have not been proven safe for consumption • Artificial sweeteners Lower Metabolism • Lead to Weight Gain • Increase Sugar Cravings • Artificial Sweeteners are Neurotoxic (cause damage to our nervous system) • Can cause disease • Risky for children • Adverse effects on prenatal development
After eating maltitol some people experience stomach pains and gas. Most sugar alcohols can cause side effects such as diarrhea, gas and cramps. Research shows that some common sugar substitutes can actually stimulate appetite and contribute to obesity.
THE BEST PICK FOR HEALTHY NATURAL SWEETENERS ARE STEVIA AND LOCAL HONEY As always, all things in moderation. Wishing everyone a healthy 2022!!
READ YOUR INGREDIENT LABELS, LOOK FOR and AVOID ANY of the following artificial sweeteners, including SUGAR ALCOHOLS!
- Mark Hutton Nutrition & Fitness Coach
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