Scientists are to assess whether the artificial sweetener aspartame causes health problems in people unusually sensitive to it. Expert advice is that aspartame - found in more than 4,000 products - is safe to consume.
However, a number of people have reported sensitivity to the product including headaches, dizziness, vomiting, diarrhoea and fatigue. The University of Hull study is funded by the Food Standards Agency (FSA).
Last Updated ( Friday, 02 October 2009 12:36 )
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Many people opt for artificial sweeteners in order to avoid the extra calories in sugar, but they may not recognize the negative effects fake sugar has on the body.
Society's love of sweets borders on obsession, but Americans are also growing more and more weight-conscious. This type of mentality has led to the use of artificial sweeteners. Many who try to lose weight think restricting calories is the way to go. Think again.
Last Updated ( Friday, 02 October 2009 13:07 )
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