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Sep 2023
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44: Are Artificial Sweeteners Really Bad...

Jo Sebastian
About this episode

Artificial sweeteners have been a popular choice for a sugar substitute among those who are looking for a sweet-but-zero-calorie treat for themselves, but recent research has shown that these sweeteners may not be all that good for you (aspartame in particular could possibly be carcinogenic!). So, what is it really behind these artificial sweeters, and should we continue consuming them? Join Jo and Elijah as they have a sweet time talking about the additives behind our favorite zero-calorie treats in this episode of The Donut Box!

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