Artificial Sweetener Linked to Heritable Learning Deficits, Scientists Say
"Our studies suggest that consuming only 10 to 15 percent of the maximum daily [recommended] dose could compromise mental health," Pradeep Bhide told Newsweek.
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"Our studies suggest that consuming only 10 to 15 percent of the maximum daily [recommended] dose could compromise mental health," Pradeep Bhide told Newsweek.
The non-sugar, low-calorie sweetener aspartame -- which is found in many sugar-free or "diet" foods and drinks -- has been linked to potential problems with memory and learning, according to a study from the Florida State University (FSU) College of Medicine. In the study, which was published in the journal Scientific Reports, male mice that
The changes in the brain could even be passed onto offspring.
Aspartame, the non-sugar, low-calorie sweetener, has been linked to deficits in memory and learning, a study from Florida State University College of Medicine found. Experts weighed in.
The non-sugar, low-calorie sweetener aspartame has been linked to potential problems with memory and learning, according to a study from the Florida State University (FSU) College of Medicine.