Splenda is a zero calorie alternative to sugar that’s been commercially available for 10 years. Splenda is a man-made substance produced from a chemical process that is created from the chlorination of normal sugar. Splenda is a sugar that has been chemically adapted. Splenda has enjoyed a recent rise in popularity, and many dieters and diabetics find it sweeter than any other artificial sweetener.
Between 2000 and 2004, the percentage of households in the U.S. using Splenda sweetener increased from 3 to 20 percent. Splenda sales surpassed $177 million in a recent year compared to $62 million in sales for the aspartame-based sweetener Equal and $52 million in sales for the saccharin-based sweetener Sweet ‘N Low.
The company that manufactures Splenda, McNeil Nutritionals, says that Splenda has prevailed in some of the most strict food trials on record for any food additive. McNeil claims that over 100 of these studies have been conducted on Splenda. Most of these studies have involved animals, which throws into doubt the safety report for humans.
Splenda Side Effects and Reaction Symptoms
- Skin irritation, welts or blisters
- Rash
- Allergic symptoms
- Itching
- Swelling
- Bloating
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Tremors
- Nausea
- Abdominal spasms
- Depression
- Forgetfulness
- Mood swings
- Anxiety
- Inability to concentrate
- Lightheadedness
- Panic attacks
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