Aspartame Under the Microscope: The Bitter Truth about Your Sweet Substitute

Aspartame, has long been a preferred sugar substitute due to its low-calorie count and its potency

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,The safety of aspartame has recently come under scrutiny from two international bodies

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While the FDA has determined the safe daily intake of aspartame, the extent of potential risk due to long-term, minimal consumption is still ambiguous.

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The outcome of these evaluations could significantly impact companies like Coca-Cola and PepsiCo, which heavily utilize aspartame in their diet beverages.

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The two separate evaluations by IARC and JECFA play critical roles in understanding the risk profile of aspartame

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These results should provide consumers and the scientific community alike with a clearer understanding of whether or not there's a cause for concern regarding aspartame.

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The controversial nature of the subject underlines the importance of the upcoming announcement on July 14th, 2023.

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