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Sucralose (Splenda)?
19 Dec 2021
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Does sucralose (Splenda) disrupt our gut microbiome?

Articles by Dr Greger:

Videos by Dr Greger:

(2009) A Harmless Artificial Sweetener

(4 mins) Transcript. Dr Greger's summary: "Most of the artificial sweeteners on the market have been associated with health problems."

(2020) Effect of Sucralose (Splenda) on the Microbiome

(6 mins) Transcript. Dr Greger explains medical studies that suggest that splenda may cause insulin resistance. In fact, splenda makes its way into our large intestines and may affect gut flora. Studies suggest that even minor concentrations of sweeteners may be sufficient to cause substantial changes in gut inhabitants. Towards the end, Dr Greger presents graphs that suggest that sucralose introduction may have resulted in increases in IBD (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) rates.

(2014) Preventing Crohn's Disease with Diet

(6 mins) Transcript. Dr Greger's summary: "Diets centered around whole plant foods may help prevent Crohn's disease through the benefits of fiber on the maintenance of intestinal barrier function and the avoidance of certain processed food additives such as polysorbate 80." Excerpt:

What about maltodextrin? Found in artificial sweeteners like Splenda, snack foods, salad dressings, and fiber supplements. Maltodextrin markedly enhanced the ability of the bacteria to glom onto our intestinal cells, though other additives, carboxy-methyl cellulose and xanthan gum appeared to have no adverse effects.

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