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Rethinking Sugar-Free: Are Artificial Sweeteners Raising Cardiovascular Risk?

An anatomical heart model surrounded by erythritol, xylitol, stevia, and a blood glucose meter, illustrating the potential link between artificial sweeteners and cardiovascular risk in people with diabetes.

For years, artificial sweeteners have been promoted as an important strategy for reducing sugar intake in people with diabetes. They help lower carbohydrate intake, reduce post-meal glucose spikes, and support weight management without adding calories. However, recent research has challenged the long-held assumption that all non-nutritive sweeteners are metabolically neutral. …

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