"Moguće kancerogen" sastojak, a mnogi ga unose svakodnevno: Evo u kojim ga sve proizvodima ima i kako da ga prepoznate na deklaraciji
Aspartam je veštački zaslađivač koji se koristi u gomili dijetalnih i "lajt" proizvoda, a zvanično je ocenjen kao "moguće kancerogen" i mogao bi da ima dugoročne efekte na mozak i srce čak i u malim količinama.
TL;DR
- Aspartame is an artificial sweetener used in many diet and "light" products.
- It has been classified as a "possible carcinogen" and may have long-term effects on the brain and heart.
- Aspartame is approximately 200 times sweeter than sugar and is often an unlisted ingredient.
- It can be found in sugar-free candies, "light" yogurts, sports drinks, and even medications.
- Aspartame does not help with weight control and may increase cravings for sweets.
- While the WHO classified it as a possible carcinogen, consumption is deemed safe below 40mg per kilogram of body weight.
- Recent research suggests potential long-term consequences on the heart and brain, even at low doses.