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Using the popular artificial sweetener erythritol increases your risk of heart attack and stroke, according to a new study from the Cleveland Clinic.
A study of more than 4,000 adults in the United States and Europe found that people with higher levels of erythritol in their blood were at higher risk of major cardiac events such as heart attacks and strokes. They also had a higher risk of dying in such incidents.
Researchers have also found that the presence of erythritol in the body encourages the formation of blood clots.
their findings were published in a scientific journal natural medicine.
The body does not metabolize erythritol well, so it enters the bloodstream and is excreted in the urine.
and summary Of the findings, Stanley Hazen, Ph.D., senior study author at the Lerner Institute and Cleveland Clinic, says more research is needed into the long-term effects of artificial sweeteners such as erythritol.
“Cardiovascular disease has increased over time and heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide. We need to make sure the food we eat is not the hidden culprit.”
Artificial sweeteners like erythritol are commonly found in low-calorie, low-carb, ketogenic (aka keto) products.
People with health conditions such as obesity, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome often turn to products containing erythritol. Such conditions already increase the risk of cardiovascular health problems, researchers note.
The researchers cautioned that their study showed association, not causation, and that more research is needed to confirm their findings.
In the meantime, they encourage everyone to consult a doctor or certified dietitian for tips on eating a diet that promotes health.
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