The Claim
Thirty days of daily sucralose consumption at 30% of the acceptable daily intake reduces insulin sensitivity by a statistically significant amount in healthy, non-habitual users, as measured by a decreased M/I value during hyperinsulinemic euglycemic clamp.
What the research says
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Daily consumption of sucralose at a moderate dose for 30 days lowers insulin sensitivity in people who do not regularly consume artificial sweeteners, as shown by reduced glucose uptake during a standardized metabolic test.
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Thirty days of daily sucralose consumption at 30% of the acceptable daily intake reduces insulin sensitivity by a statistically significant amount in healthy, non-habitual users, as measured by a decreased M/I value during hyperinsulinemic euglycemic clamp, suggesting that even moderate, short-term exposure may impair glucose metabolism in individuals not accustomed to artificial sweeteners.
Sucralose changes the bacteria in the gut, causing more harmful bacteria to grow. These bacteria release a toxin that leaks into the bloodstream. The toxin activates the immune system, which sends out inflammatory signals that block insulin from working properly in muscle, liver, and fat tissue, making it harder for the body to lower blood sugar.
What the research says
1 studyThis study found that people who didn’t usually use artificial sweeteners and took a small daily dose of sucralose for a month became less able to use insulin properly, making it harder for their bodies to lower blood sugar.
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