Cancer Concerns: Aspartame and the ongoing controversy
https://www.lezdotechmed.com/blog/aspartame-controversy-lawsuit/ The controversy around aspartame centers on potential side effects, notably its alleged link to cancer. It is firstly introduced in 1981, aspartame found its way into various food products like diet sodas, candies, and sugar-free items. Offering calorie-free sweetness, it seemingly aided blood sugar management. However, concerns about its health impacts have loomed large. Aspartame is considered safe for human consumption but some people reported mild side effects like headaches, GI distress, and allergic reactions. Aspartame contains phenylalanine which doesn't metabolized correctly. This reactions could harm fetuses, warranting caution among pregnant women with phenylketonuria (PKU). The possible connection between aspartame and cancer is an important part of discussion. The IARC argues aspartame as a possible cancer causing substance based on the animal studies. Diabetes is another concern. While recommen...