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Zero-calorie Sweetener Linked to Heart Attack and Stroke

Health and Wellness, HealthNews, Nutrition / April 18, 2023 / rieschirofortbragg

Is zero-calorie sugar replacement healthy?

A new study showed the sugar replacement called erythritol, found in stevia, monk-fruit and keto reduced-sugar products, has been linked to blood clotting, stroke, heart attack and death.

Erythritol is a sugar alcohol found naturally in many fruits and vegetables. Erythritol is popular because it looks like sugar, tastes like sugar, and you can bake with it too.

A study of 3000 people found the higher levels of erythritol found in blood samples were connected to a greater risk of heart attack, stroke or death within three years.

If you are looking for a healthy alternative for your sweets craving, fruit is nature’s candy and is packed with vitamins and minerals that help your body function.

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Did you know taking care of your oral health (teeth and gums) can also benefit your brain health? A study analyzed the potential link between oral health and brain health among 40,000 adults without a history of stroke and screened the participants for 105 genetic variants for poor oral health. Like the video so far, Subscribe and Follow us.

The study showed people who were genetically prone to cavities, missing teeth or needing dentures had: 1- a higher burden of silent cerebrovascular disease (also known as a silent stroke) and 2- an increased damage to the fine architecture of the brain (impacting memory). A healthy lifestyle includes proper oral hygiene.