Why does WHO advise against non–sugar sweeteners?

Non–calorie sweeteners are extensively used in weight loss regimes.

Often, diabetics, to satisfy their sweet tooth, rely on artificial sweeteners.

Artificial sweeteners are usually found in all packaged foods.

Not only adults, but children are also using it excessively in the form of processed food items.

It is one of the major reasons for obesity disease, type -2 diabetes, increasing in children.

It becomes important to be aware of the lifestyle changes that adversely affect health.

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Commonly used sweeteners – 

Sweeteners are used to prepare food items.

It includes a wide range, from bakery food to beverages.

• Aspartame
• Sucralose
• Saccharin
• Acesulfame Potassium
• High fructose corn syrup

Where are artificial sweeteners used? 

Marketed food items- 

These are widely used as these sweeteners are 100 times sweeter than sugar.

They offer a cost-effective option.

They are used in small amounts compared to sugar.

They are lower in calories.

These are heat-stable and have longer shelf –life.

Weight management – The artificial sweeteners are calorie-deficient products.

They bring the sweet taste without fat gain.

Diabetes – They do not bring an immediate sugar spike.

It is used for the sweet taste.

Artificial sweeteners are an unhealthy choice. Why? 

When used for the short term, it may be a healthy option.

Long-term use leads to several repercussions.

It increases the risk of-

• Type -2 diabetes
• Hypertension
• Obesity
• Heart problems
• Stroke
• Mood changes
• Depression
• Anxiety

Metabolic deregulation – 

It leads to cravings.

It causes overeating.

It causes insulin resistance.

It increases hunger.

Gut issues – 

They change the gut microbiota.

This leads to depletion of healthy bacteria.

It leads to inflammation in the gut.

It causes bloating and diarrhea.

It can cause IBS.

Cardiovascular issues- 

Many sweeteners increase the risk of stroke, blockage, and heart attack.

They increase the platelet formation.

It thickens the blood.

It disrupts the flow of the blood.

Neurological issue- 

They cause inflammation in the brain and gut. 

It affects the neurotransmitters.

It leads to –

• Mood swings
• Anxiety
• Depression

They release free radicals, damaging brain cells.

Understanding the additive nature of artificial sweeteners- 

Excessive sugar use may increase its liking and craving.

It releases dopamine in the brain.

It brings a hike in sugar and the neurotransmitter.

It causes a state of temporary happiness.

After a temporary effect, sugar comes down.

It leads to a craving.

The unnatural sweeteners are much sweeter than sugar.

It leads to the release of a large amount of dopamine in the brain.

Sugar addiction is real in children.

Children unknowingly fall prey to the vicious circle of sugar addiction.

It is available in all the marketed food items.

The symptoms that the child is regularly eating processed items include-

• Aggression
• Hyperactivity
• Anxiety
• brain fog

Moderation is important. The diet should be focused on using natural sugars.