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health2 years ago

The Truth About Sugar Substitutes and Your Health

The World Health Organization (WHO) has released new guidelines advising against the use of non-sugar sweeteners, such as stevia and sucralose, for weight loss and weight management. The guidelines also recommend avoiding the use of non-sugar sweeteners to reduce the risk of chronic diseases, including cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and all-cause mortality in adults. Instead, the WHO suggests prioritizing naturally occurring sugars from fruits and unsweetened foods and beverages to improve overall health.

health2 years ago

WHO Study: Artificial Sweeteners and Weight Loss - What You Need to Know

The World Health Organization advises against using non-sugar sweeteners for weight control due to potential long-term side effects, including an increased risk of Type 2 diabetes. Registered Dietician Shanthi Appelo recommends replacing sweeteners with natural sugars like fruit and consuming non-sugar sweeteners or sugary snacks in moderation.

health2 years ago

WHO warns against using artificial sweeteners for weight loss

The World Health Organization (WHO) has advised people not to use non-sugar sweeteners (NSS) to control weight or avoid certain diseases. WHO officials say evidence shows that the popular sweeteners are not effective over the long term when it comes to reducing body fat among adults and children. Furthermore, the WHO says, the study suggests that use of the sweeteners may have “undesirable effects” when used over long periods of time, including the elevated risk of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular diseases and mortality in adults. The recommendation applies to “all synthetic and naturally occurring or modified non-nutritive sweeteners that are not classified as sugars.”