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The popular sweetener is ‘possibly carcinogenic’ according to the World Health Organization, who has also reaffirmed it is safe to consume within current permitted use levels.
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LONDON, July 13 (Reuters) - The sweetener aspartame is a "potential carcinogen" but safe to consume at levels already agreed upon, two groups linked to
The popular sweetener is ‘possibly carcinogenic’ according to the World Health Organization, who has also reaffirmed it is safe to consume within current permitted use levels.
Aspartame has been rigorously studies for several years, and was previously declared safe for consumption at the current levels. This will be the first that that a leading global health body will declare it as a "possible carcinogen." The announcement is set to come next month
Aspartame is used in popular products like Coca-Cola's diet drinks and Mars Extra chewing gum.