Are Sweeteners Really Better Than Sugar

Sweeteners have been hailed as a ‘‘healthier’ low-calorie alternative to sugar to help with weight loss, whilst others believe them to be the cause of certain metabolic diseases such as diabetes, as well as obesity, and some cancers. Despite some limited evidence which supports both sides of the argument, there’s still so much to learn about the impacts that artificial sweeteners have within the human body. This week’s Food For Thought sees Registered Dietitian, Dr Duane Mellor and I uncover the real truth about sweeteners and unearth how much they can impact our health. Plus for more information, visit Rhitrition.com, Instagram.com/rhitrition, Rhitritionplus.com, Instagram.com/rhitritionplus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.