Aspartame, used in many foods as a low calorie alternative to sugar is highly dangerous to the human body.
When metabolized, aspartame literally breaks down into the components formaldehyde and methanol.
Aspartame has come under fire in the past, being linked to the growth of tumors in laboratory rats.
This paper states,
“Aspartame is a widely used artificial sweetener that has been linked to pediatric and adolescent migraines.
Upon ingestion, aspartame is broken, converted, and oxidized into formaldehyde in various tissues.”
Aspartame in the form of methanol is known to cause blindness, among many other health problems yet millions of people are consuming this every day.
Watch the video below to educate yourself on the dangers of aspartame.
We’re sure you won’t be adding sweetener to your coffee after you watch this
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