Are artificial sweeteners really worse than sugar?
I switched from regular Coke to Diet Coke to lose weight but now people are telling me aspartame causes cancer. My doctor says it's fine. The internet says it's poison. Who do I believe? There's also Splenda and stevia now. Are any artificial sweeteners actually safe? Or should I just drink water?
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The evidence on this is actually mixed. Some studies show one thing, others show the opposite. When the science is unclear, I default to common sense: eat a varied diet, exercise regularly, get enough sleep, and don't stress too much about individual health fads.
Talk to a pharmacist — they're an underrated resource and they're free to talk to. They know a ton about medications and interactions and can tell you whether something is worth a doctor visit or whether an over-the-counter remedy will do.
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