In May 2023, the World Health Organization (WHO) recommended against using non-sugar sweeteners like sucralose for weight ...

However, some of these sugar substitutes have been controversial for decades. One sweetener, Splenda, has even raised concerns for causing cancer, though there's no substantial proof. Here's what ...

A new study published today in the journal Nature Metabolism found that consuming sucralose, a common artificial sweetener, ...

Other brands are hoping monk fruit will help their customers avoid some of the more negative side effects of other sweeteners—Splenda, for example, can cause bloating and even have a laxative ...

Manufacturers may blend acesulfame potassium with other sweeteners such as aspartame and sucralose to mask the bitter aftertaste it can have on its own. The body may not fully break down or store ...

Sucralose is an artificial sweetener that gives a sweet taste to foods and beverages without increasing calorie intake. Several studies have already shown that sucralose consumption is associated ...