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Popular Artificial Sweetener Linked to Higher Risk of Strokes (www.newsweek.com)

submitted 4 days ago by bytesonbike@discuss.online to c/science@lemmy.world

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From low-carb ice cream and keto protein bars to "sugar-free" soda, the artificial sweetener erythritol has become a staple for anyone trying to cut calories or carbs.

However, new research suggests the popular sugar substitute may come with serious downsides—including changes in brain blood vessels that could increase the risk of stroke.

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[–] toofpic@lemmy.world 34 points 4 days ago (12 children)

It's a fucking clickbait to not include the name of the sweetener

[–] MrQuallzin@lemmy.world 14 points 4 days ago (2 children)

It is included though?

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