The Claim
Controlled human intervention trials consistently demonstrate that the consumption of low-calorie sweeteners at typical intake levels has no adverse health effects.
What the research says
Supports is higher
Support is ahead, but a single strong opposing study can change this.
These are independent scores, not a percentage. Higher-grade studies count more, so a single strong opposing study can outweigh several weaker ones.
When people eat or drink things with low-calorie sweeteners like they normally do, studies show it doesn’t hurt their health.
See the scientific wording
Controlled human intervention trials consistently demonstrate no adverse health effects from the consumption of low-calorie sweeteners at typical intake levels.
What the research says
3 studiesThis study looked at what happens when people use low-calorie sweeteners instead of sugar, and found they didn’t cause any harmful side effects — even after weeks or months of use.
This study says that when people use low-calorie sweeteners like those in diet sodas, there’s no solid proof they’re harmful — and experts agree they’re safe at normal amounts.
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