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- Discovered by James M. Schlatter
- Found in 1965
- Is 200 times sweeter than sugar
- 1981: Initially approved by FDA
- People with phenylketonuria should consider it a source of phenylalanine
- [http: //www.diabetes.org/home.jsp American Diabetic Association] considers it safe for people with diabetes
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Aspartame is an artificial sweetener that is marketed under brand names such as NutraSweet and Equal. It is used to sweeten a variety of diet drinks, such as Diet Coke. While some consider aspartame potentially harmful, the Food and Drug Administration in the United States denies there are any health risks in consuming it.
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Why is Aspartame so bad when it tastes so good? 2 AnswersIt's hard to believe it isn't bad, but the FDA reckons it's OK! read more -
What are the effects of aspartame on dieting? 1 AnswerAccording to Dr. Andrew Weil (integrative medicine pioneer), occasional use of aspartame likely presents no great risk for most people, with exception to people... read more -
Now that Im consuming Coke Zero, does anyone know if Aspartame is bad for you? 1 AnswerApparently, the answer is "No." The MSNBC article I just referenced mentions research (recent, even) about aspartame - and the conclusion that this artificial s... read more
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Where on the web can I find Aspartame-free, sugar-free gum sweetned with natural xylitol? 13 Answershttp://www.gleegum.com/glee-gum.htm?gclid=CLbh4YHGw5cCFQHHGgod_iUTTA http://shop.emeraldforestxylitol.com/ricochetgum12ctpersonalpack-2.aspx?gclid=CPjb2IDGw5... read more
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Aspartame Holistic Alternatives
- HolisticMed.com: Healthier Sweetener and Stevia Resources
- Stevia
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The FDA approval process for aspartame reads like a suspense thriller, filled with corruption and quack science. Leave the stuff alone!
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@qinzhi i don't like any diet soda b/c of the aspartame
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Aspartame is now supposedly "Amonisweet"; check your labels!
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