Erythritol is a common substitute for sugar in low-calorie, low-carb and diet products
A popular artificial sweetener found in many diet products could be putting consumers at a higher risk of heart attacks and strokes, according to a new study.
This finding supports the recent revelation from the American Cleveland Clinic that consuming erythritol can lead to faster clot formation. Typically recommended for individuals trying to control their calorie and sugar intake, especially those with obesity, diabetes, or metabolic syndrome , erythritol is produced by fermenting corn.It's about 70% as sweet as sugar but isn't well metabolized by the body.
Dr Stanley Hazen, Department of Cardiovascular and Metabolic Sciences in Lerner Research Institute, said: "Sweeteners like erythritol, have rapidly increased in popularity in recent years but there needs to be more in-depth research into their long-term effects. Cardiovascular disease builds over time, and heart disease is the leading cause of death globally.
"It is important that further safety studies are conducted to examine the long-term effects of artificial sweeteners in general, and erythritol specifically, on risks for heart attack and stroke, particularly in people at higher risk for cardiovascular disease."
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