Artificial sweeteners or sugar substitutes are substances that are used to replace sucrose (table sugar) to sweeten foods and beverages. Its sweetening power is greater than that of sugar, so less amounts are needed, and its caloric value is much lower, so from the outset they seem very interesting for weight loss and diabetes. 😷
However, controversy over the safety of these substances has been increasing for some time. The association of saccharin with cancer appeared as early as the 1970s and is currently related to an increased risk of metabolic disorders, such as glucose intolerance. Therefore, sweeteners and their safety are in a world full of controversy. 😖
A study affirms that artificial sweeteners cause changes in the composition and function of the intestinal microbiota, consequently increasing the probability of developing metabolic disorders. 🤧
The intestinal microbiota is the population of bacteria that lives in the intestine of each person, it is a world still little known, but of which numerous physiological functions have already been described. 🙈
Artificial sweeteners used as additives are intentionally incorporated into foods to enhance their flavor and add sweetness to them. The numerous health problems such as obesity and dental problems that have been attributed to sugar have caused the consumption of products without added sugar, 0% sugar or light to skyrocket considerably. 🥺
The different sweeteners that are used are: E951, E955, E954, E961, E950, E952, E969 and others. 🧾
Control the consumption of these sweeteners as they are not healthy for your body when they exceed the recommended dose. 🧐
The maximum daily dose, for example, of saccharin is 5mg / Kg of weight / day. 👴