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Popular Artificial Sweetener Linked to Higher Risk of Strokes (www.newsweek.com)
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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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[–] avidamoeba@lemmy.ca 2 points 1 week ago* (last edited 1 week ago)

Yeah, which is why I prefer it to any of the much less studied alternatives, if I have to use artificial sweetener. It's funny how that works.