Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
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Sweeteners, particularly non-nutritive or artificial sweeteners (such as aspartame, sucralose, and stevia), have been scientifically investigated for their potential to help manage sugar cravings by providing sweetness without the caloric content of sugar. Some studies indicate that substituting sugar with these sweeteners can reduce overall calorie intake and may help some individuals satisfy their desire for sweet taste, therefore supporting weight management and glycemic control. However, the evidence is mixed: while some randomized controlled trials suggest that non-caloric sweeteners may help reduce sugar cravings and total sugar consumption, other research shows that they may not completely satisfy the craving for sugar or could even increase the desire for sweet foods in certain individuals due to psychological or physiological mechanisms. The American Heart Association and the American Diabetes Association cautiously endorse non-nutritive sweeteners as part of an overall strategy to reduce added sugar consumption, but they also emphasize that more research is needed on long-term effects. Thus, there is scientific investigation and some support for their use in managing sugar cravings, but the strength of evidence is moderate and not universally conclusive.

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