Sugary drinks contain excessive amounts of sugar, exceeding recommended daily intake. Artificial sweeteners, while zero-calorie, may contribute to insulin resistance. Insulin resistance can lead to ...

The great sweetener debate has diabetics and people fighting obesity caught between two seemingly impossible choices. On one side sits honey, nature’s golden nectar that feels wholesome and natural.

From Splenda to Truvia, artificial sweeteners are hundreds of times sweeter than sugar. You’ll find them in yogurts, ice creams, sodas and almost everything tasty in between. But are they healthy?

Artificial sweeteners are being added to a growing number of foods to reduce their sugar content while maintaining their appealing taste. But a growing body of research suggests these non-nutritive ...

They’re significantly lower in calories. Artificial sweeteners, natural sweeteners, and sugar alcohols are significantly ...

Diet soft drinks provide few nutrients. They often contain artificial sweeteners and caffeine, and while they’re low in ...

We all know eating too much sugar isn't good for you, but many alternative sweeteners, have their own downsides. If you're trying to limit how much sugar your kids eat -- you may be unknowingly ...

Artificial sweeteners are a popular way to try to keep slim, but French researchers suggest they may also increase your risk for a heart attack or stroke. The finding stems from tracking heart health ...

Before you start swapping sugar for artificial sweeteners, there are a few things to keep in mind. Reviewed by Dietitian Katey Davidson, M.Sc.FN, RD, CPT The evidence is mixed regarding artificial ...

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As Americans grow increasingly more health-conscious, many are looking for substitutes for certain foods and additives that researchers have deemed less-than-stellar for your longterm health. Enter: ...