The Potential Cancer Risk of Aspartame: WHO's Warning

The World Health Organization has classified the artificial sweetener aspartame as possibly carcinogenic to humans, causing confusion and concerns about its risks. Aspartame is found in various foods, including diet sodas, breakfast cereals, chewing gum, and desserts. The WHO's cancer research group categorized aspartame as a possible carcinogen, while the agency's food safety group found the evidence unconvincing. The FDA, on the other hand, believes that aspartame is safe and one of the most studied food additives. The WHO recommends moderation in consuming aspartame, with a maximum of 40 milligrams per kilo of body weight.