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Consumption of sugar substitutes assists in long-term weight control

A new study published in the International Journal of Obesity reports that consumption of sugar-free beverages sweetened with low-calorie sweeteners increases dietary restraint, a key aspect of successful weight maintenance.

Medicine & Health / Health

created Aug 24, 2009 | popularity 2 / 5 (2) | comments 0

Red pandas reveal an unexpected (artificial) sweet tooth

Researchers from the Monell Center report that the red panda is the first non-primate mammal to display a liking for the artificial sweetener aspartame. This unexpected affinity for an artificial sweetener may reflect structural ...

Biology / Other

created Apr 15, 2009 | popularity 4 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Energy drinks work -- in mysterious ways

Runners clutching bottles of energy drink are a common sight, and it has long been known that sugary drinks and sweets can significantly improve athletes' performance in endurance events. The question is how?

Medicine & Health / Medical research

created Apr 15, 2009 | popularity 4 / 5 (5) | comments 3

Pure fructose frequently confused with high fructose corn syrup

As researchers continue to examine the role of sweeteners in the diet, it's important that people understand the differences among various ingredients used in scientific studies, according to the Corn Refiners Association ...

Medicine & Health / Health

created Mar 04, 2009 | popularity 3.6 / 5 (5) | comments 4

Fructose-sweetened drinks increase nonfasting triglycerides in obese adults

Obese people who drink fructose-sweetened beverages with their meals have an increased rise of triglycerides following the meal, according to new research from the Monell Center.

Medicine & Health / Medical research

created Feb 12, 2009 | popularity 1 / 5 (1) | comments 0


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