By Meena
Recent WHO findings suggest aspartame, a common artificial sweetener, may be a carcinogen. Should you reconsider your diet soda intake?
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One 12-ounce can of diet soda contains around 192 milligrams of aspartame. But how much is too much?
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The FDA suggests a limit of 50 milligrams of aspartame per kilogram of body weight daily. For a 150-pound person, that’s about 17 cans of diet soda!
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WHO hasn’t changed its guidelines despite declaring aspartame a potential carcinogen. Moderate consumption remains safe.
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Don't panic yet! The WHO's announcement is mainly to promote mindful consumption and further research.
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Consider the big picture: What's your overall diet like? Are you consuming other known carcinogens regularly?
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Low-level long-term aspartame consumption might have adverse effects. But the exact risk level is hard to determine, leading to confusion.
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People with an increased risk of certain cancers due to genetics might find this information particularly useful.
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Neither diet nor regular soda is risk-free. Both have health implications. Better to opt for water when possible.
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Thanks for Readings !
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