Artificially sweetened beverages often use aspartame (though it may be under a different name), which can actually be dangerous. In addition, it can cause severe reactions that can be confused with diseases such as muscular dystrophy. It can make other conditions, such as Parkinson's, worse. You should drink naturally sweetened sodas before putting anything artificial in your mouth, even if it has more calories (though it's better to just drink water). It' always better to eat natural, so why does it change when it's about a drink? The FDA has approved this product time and time again, but as a person that is prone to headaches and migraines, I have experienced some of the adverse side effects (headaches/migraines, dizziness, nausea) first-hand after consuming products that contain artificial sweeteners that include aspartame. Then again, my body seems to be more sensitive than others' when it comes to adverse side effects of medications, as well (though I have no allergies, even seasonal allergies). The debate over this product is controversial, but do some research and don't trust every single thing the FDA approves (seeing as the people involved are most likely getting paid to positively review the products).
Sites: http://aspartame.mercola.com/ ; http://www.sweetpoison.com/aspartame-side-
effects.html ; http://www.naturalnews.com/035382_aspartam
- 5/16/2013 12:40:18 PM