Popular Sugar Substitute Marketed to Diabetics Linked to Stroke, Heart Attack, Brain Cell Damage
Briefly

Erythritol, an organic compound commonly used as a sugar substitute in products for diabetics, may cause harm to brain cells and elevate the risk of stroke and heart attack. This substance, produced during corn fermentation and approved by the FDA in 2001, is nearly as harmful as aspartame. Recent findings from the University of Colorado Boulder revealed that erythritol leads to lower nitric oxide levels and higher endothelin-1 levels, contributing to vasoconstriction and inflammation. The research indicates potential significant health risks associated with erythritol consumption.
Erythritol, a sugar substitute found in products marketed for diabetics, may increase the risk of stroke and heart attack due to its harmful effects on brain cells.
Research indicates that erythritol is as harmful as artificial sweeteners like aspartame, which has been labeled 'carcinogenic' and linked to cardiovascular risks.
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