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Six popular sugar substitutes linked to faster brain aging

A major study links six common artificial sweeteners to accelerated brain aging, with the highest consumers experiencing a 62% faster decline in memory and thinking skills. Credit: AI/ScienceDaily.com

A study of nearly 13,000 adults found that people consuming the most artificial sweeteners experienced a 62% faster decline in memory and thinking skills, equivalent to approximately 1.6 additional years of brain aging. Six popular sweeteners were linked to faster cognitive decline, raising concerns about the long-term brain health effects of common sugar substitutes, although causation was not established.

Sugar substitutes are often promoted as a healthier way to enjoy sweet foods and drinks without consuming as much sugar...

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