I've already discussed the role of sugar in the paleo diet in The Ultimate Paleo Guide To Sugar. If you have not checked that post yet, click that link and give it a quick read, as it will act as a nice primer for today's post on the artificial stuff. Don't worry, I'll wait.
After you've read it, I hope it's clear to you that not all sugar is created equal (no pun intended). The body responds to various sugars in very different ways. When it comes to artificial sweeteners, the body is not much different.
Today's articles is going to take a look at the role of artificial sweeteners in our diets:
What they are
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Are Artificial Sweeteners Paleo?
The Quick Answer
No, artificial sweeteners are not paleo.
Why Aren’t Artificial Sweeteners Paleo?
While many people assume they are being smart and healthy by switching from real sugar to artificial sweeteners, they are failing to take into account the many harmful properties of artificial sweeteners. The artificial chemicals that make up popular artificial sweeteners like Splenda, Equal, and Sweet N’ Low have been linked with numerous health problems as well as noticeable and immediate changes in food cravings and digestion.
Artificial sweeteners are completely man-made, processed foods, created in complex laboratory ...
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