11/23/2025
Let’s talk about what’s actually happening in your body when you use “zero calorie” sweeteners 👇
🍬 Erythritol – A 2023 Nature Medicine study found high blood levels of erythritol were linked with an increased risk of blood clots, heart attack, and stroke. The issue? It can make platelets “stickier,” increasing clotting potential.
🥤 Aspartame – Metabolized into compounds that can cross the blood–brain barrier and alter neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin. That’s why some people experience headaches, mood changes, or anxiety.
🧁 Splenda (Sucralose) – Research shows it can alter gut bacteria and reduce beneficial microbes that regulate metabolism. It may also make you crave more sweets by confusing your body’s reward system.
🌿 Stevia – Naturally derived from the Stevia rebaudiana plant. It’s generally well-tolerated and doesn’t raise blood sugar, but check the label—many brands mix it with erythritol or maltodextrin, which cancels out the benefit.
🍈 Monk Fruit – Contains mogrosides, plant antioxidants that give sweetness without calories or insulin spikes. It’s the cleanest, most stable option if you need something sweet.
If you want to support your health naturally, choose ingredients that work with your biology, not against it.
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