A CHEMICAL IN COMMON ARTIFICIAL SWEETENERS FOUND TO CAUSE DNA DAMAGE AND TRIGGER CANCER

A recent study warns that a chemical in artificial sweeteners, sucralose-6-acetate, may harm DNA and activate cancer-related genes.

Researchers from North Carolina State University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill found this compound, formed during sucralose production, is genotoxic, potentially causing inflammation, oxidative stress, and cancer risks in human cells.

Though typically removed from products like Splenda, its presence as a contaminant or metabolite sparks safety concerns.

Published in the Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health, the findings add to growing evidence against overusing artificial sweeteners.

While the National Cancer Institute hasn’t confirmed a human cancer link, experts advise caution, especially with recent warnings about sweeteners like aspartame.

They suggest natural alternatives like stevia, monk fruit, or small amounts of real sugar, within a balanced, whole-food diet, until more research is done.