Sweeteners now have numerous aliases: from the zero-calorie sodas to the desserts rich in jaggery, and all boast of being the healthier option. But are they so? While natural sweeteners (such as honey ...

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Sorbitol, a popular sugar-free sweetener, may not be as harmless as its label suggests. Researchers found it can be turned into fructose in the liver, triggering effects similar to regular sugar. Gut ...

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A surprising new study suggests that completely eliminating sugar may backfire. Mice on a sucrose-free low-fat diet showed worse blood sugar control, increased inflammation, disrupted gut bacteria, ...

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The holiday season means parties and other gatherings where you're likely to find yourself surrounded by sweets. It's only natural to indulge this time of year, and many nutrition experts actually don ...

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Share on Pinterest A sugar-free diet may alter the gut in surprising ways, a study in mice has found. Image credit: Luke Chan/Getty Images Researchers at the Dasman Diabetes Institute in Kuwait ...

When you walk down the candy aisle, it’s hard not to notice the array of sugar-free treats promising all the sweetness with none of the sugar. Whether you have a type of diabetes or are simply cutting ...