People are enticed by artificial sweeteners as sweet treats that allow them to control their sugar cravings without sacrificing their health. The marketing of artificial sweeteners to diabetics is often done with the goal of promoting healthy eating. However, a recent study headed by University of Colorado Boulder scientists and published in the Journal of Applied Physiology discovered that artificial sweeteners may have long-term negative impacts on health.

People who have diabetes or who have reduced their sugar intake often eat erythritol as a sugar replacement. However, the research indicated that erythritol may have more hazards than health advantages. In well-known brands like Truvia, Splenda, and Wholesome, erythritol, which is considered to be one of the best sweeteners, is utilized.

The study's results:

The objective of the research was to determine how erythritol may impact brain cells and raise the possibility of stroke and heart attack. Prior research has demonstrated a clear correlation between elevated blood erythritol levels and an increased risk of heart attack and stroke, upon which the current study is based.

The same quantity of erythritol found in sugar-free beverages was administered to brain blood vessel cells during the experiment. They discovered that the cells exhibited reduced levels of nitric oxide and higher levels of endothelin-1, a protein that causes blood vessel constriction.

Additionally, the research found that sweetened cells generate a high number of free radicals, which can prevent clot formation and speed up inflammation and cellular aging. Following the treatment of the cells with erythritol from only one sugar-free beverage, these changes became apparent.

Study author Auburn Berry stated in a news release, "Big picture, if your vessels are more constricted and your ability to break down blood clots is lowered, your risk of stroke goes up." Given the epidemiological study that inspired our work, and now our cellular findings, we believe it would be prudent for people to monitor their consumption of non-nutritive sweeteners such as this one.

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