Artificial Sweeteners

Many diet foods and beverages use artificial sweeteners to increase sweetness while reducing calories. Acesulfame potassium, sucralose, saccharin, and aspartame are examples of common artificial sweeteners.

Artificial sweeteners can help with weight loss and blood sugar control, according to studies. According to one study, those who took an artificial sweetener supplement for 10 weeks consumed fewer calories and gained less body fat and weight than those who took regular sugar. According to another study, sucralose consumption for three months had no impact on the control of 128 diabetics' blood sugar levels. Be aware that some people may have headaches from some artificial sweeteners, such as aspartame, and that some people may be more sensitive to these effects than others. However, when used in moderation, artificial sweeteners are usually regarded as safe for most people.