Secretly hiding in your soft drinks and sherbets, common artificial sweetener directly linked to increased risk of heart diseases
etimes.in / Mar 24, 2025, 11:00 (IST)
A 2023 study published in Nature Medicine raises concerns about erythritol, an artificial sweetener, linking it to increased cardiovascular risks and thrombosis. This is particularly worrying for individuals with diabetes, obesity, or cardiovascular history. Opting for natural sweeteners like honey, stevia, and maple syrup could be healthier alternatives, though moderation remains crucial.