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Uses
Aspartame is an artificial sweetener used to substitute sugar in food and drink products.
Benefits
Aspartame is said to have the following beneficial properties:
- low-calorie
- 200 times sweeter than sucrose
- enhance and extend flavor
- non-contributory to tooth decay
- helpful to diabetes patients
- helpful in weight management
Cautions
Online sources suggest a linkage between aspartame and various health problems including cancer, seizures, mood changes, and headaches, however research suggests that aspartame is not linked to any of these things.
Consult a doctor if you have questions about consuming aspartame.
References
Sources:
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aspartame#Safety_and_approval_controversies
- http://www.aspartame.org/about/benefits/